Arsenal set to make bid for “one of the best mids in the world”, he’s better than Tonali & Bruno…

Arsenal is poised to submit an offer for “one of the best midfielders in the world,” who is considered superior to both Tonali and Bruno.

Under Mikel Arteta’s leadership, Arsenal has made significant progress, yet the Premier League champions believe there are still greater heights to achieve with the Spaniard at the helm.

Since finishing eighth in the 2020/21 season, which was Arteta’s first full year in charge, the Gunners have established themselves as champions and one of the most consistent contenders in recent history.

Now, it is crucial for them to bolster this strong position, especially after the heartbreaking penalty shootout loss to Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League final, which was a narrow miss from achieving greatness.

Arteta is committed to instilling in his players the ambition to surpass their previous achievements and reach even greater heights next season. However, to realize this goal, Arsenal must make strategic signings, particularly in midfield, where discussions are currently focused.

Latest updates on Arsenal’s pursuit of midfielders

Arsenal concluded the 2025/26 season with the understanding that they must enhance their attacking capabilities. There is a strategy in place to develop a more formidable offense that will support their future title aspirations.

Moreover, Arteta and Emirates technical director Andrea Berta recognize the need for improvements in midfield, having already approached the representatives of Newcastle United’s Sandro Tonali and Bruno Guimaraes.

A £60m offer for Magpies captain Guimaraes has already been rejected, and while these potential signings are intriguing, Arsenal is also eyeing a more attack-oriented midfielder from the Premier League, who could emerge as the standout signing of the summer for the London club.

As reported by Football Insider, Arsenal is preparing to make a bid for Aston Villa’s playmaker Morgan Rogers, who is becoming a key target for the Premier League champions this summer.

Aston Villa is anticipated to ask for over £100m for their key player, signaling to interested parties that they are not inclined to let him go at any price.

However, Rogers, currently with Thomas Tuchel’s Three Lions across the pond, is eager to depart Villa Park this summer, and north London appears to be the probable destination for one of the Premier League’s standout stars.

Reasons why Morgan Rogers could be Arsenal’s key summer acquisition

At 23, Rogers has been instrumental for Unai Emery’s Villa squad in recent years, evolving into a star following his transfer from Championship club Middlesbrough in February 2024, valued at £8m plus add-ons.

As a precise striker and astute athlete, Rogers presents a distinctive profile that would introduce a new dynamic to Arsenal’s offense, offering a different style compared to what Eberechi Eze and Martin Odegaard have contributed.

Since the start of the 2024/25 season, Rogers has netted 28 goals and provided 28 assists in all competitions for Aston Villa, solidifying retired star Robbie Mustoe’s belief that he is “one of the best midfielders in the world.”

He has been a tremendous asset to Villa’s squad, excelling throughout his two full seasons in the Premier League.

While Guimaraes and Tonali are both top-tier players who would enhance Arsenal’s midfield, one could argue that Arteta has already established one of the most stable, organized, and efficient teams in Europe, with only the attacking aspect needing improvement.

Thus, Rogers could serve as the offensive link that the north London club requires to firmly establish themselves as one of the premier teams of their era. Can Guimaraes, who will be 30 in 2027, have the same influence, especially with Rice already central to the system? Is Tonali, the graceful Italian, sufficiently effective in attack to make the kind of impact that Rogers could bring to Arsenal’s forward line?

Last season, Arsenal missed a truly progressive figure in the midfield. They needed someone dynamic and creative alongside Rice. While Tonali and Guimaraes would provide the strength Arsenal seeks, Rogers might just be the perfect fit that Arteta is looking for.