English star Morgan Rogers has started an early war with Arsenal fans, after officially joining Chelsea from Aston Villa this Tuesday evening.

Chelsea announced on their official website that the 23-year-old Rogers signed a contract keeping him at Stamford Bridge until 2033, and he will join coach Xabi Alonso's squad before the new season.

Several English media reported that Rogers' transfer cost Chelsea £117 million (€138 million), making him the second most expensive deal in the Premier League, after Alexander Isak's move from Newcastle to Liverpool last summer for £125 million.

Arsenal were the most interested in Rogers' services and tried to sign him during the current summer transfer window, before Chelsea intervened and secured the deal.

In his first comment after joining the Blues, Rogers said via Chelsea's official website: "I'm very excited. For me, Chelsea is the biggest club in London, I've always admired it since I was a child."

There are many skirmishes between Arsenal and Chelsea fans over which club is the biggest in London, so some have considered that Rogers' statement may provoke many Gunners fans.

Rogers added: "I'm very excited about the project with the new coach, the players we have, and the direction the club is heading. That's why I'm here, and I can't wait to get started."

It is noted that Rogers was part of the England national team that finished third in the 2026 World Cup, which ended last Sunday, with Spain winning the title.