Chelsea confirm Morgan Rogers’ squad number after completing transfer
By Joel Masibo, July 22, 2026Chelsea have revealed the shirt number Morgan Rogers will wear following his move from Aston Villa.
The England international officially completed his transfer to Stamford Bridge on Tuesday, July 21, 2026, with the 23-year-old signing a long-term contract that will keep him at the club until 2033.
Speaking after sealing the switch, Rogers expressed his delight at joining the Blues.
‘For me, Chelsea are the biggest club in London and a club I’ve always admired since I was a kid,’ said Rogers after officially becoming a Chelsea player.
‘I’m really excited about the project with the new manager, the players we’ve got and where the club is heading. That’s why I’m here and I can’t wait to get started.’
Rogers is set to link up with Xabi Alonso’s squad as preparations for the 2026/27 season continue. Chelsea have also confirmed that the attacking midfielder will wear the No. 17 jersey.
Squad number significance
The number is familiar to Rogers, as he also sported it while representing England at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. It also carries a rich history at Stamford Bridge, having previously been worn by notable players including Eden Hazard, Pedro and Mateo Kovacic.
Rogers arrives at Chelsea having established himself as one of the Premier League’s leading young attacking talents.
During his time at Aston Villa, his goals and assists contributed to 40 goals in 85 Premier League appearances, guiding the Midlands club to a top-four finish before lifting the UEFA Europa League trophy last season.
Since making his senior England debut in November 2024, Rogers has become a regular for the Three Lions, earning 22 caps and representing his country at this summer’s FIFA World Cup.
Rejoining Palmer
Rogers has also opened up about the prospect of lining up with his childhood friend and now teammate, Cole Palmer, whom they featured together for England at various levels of the national youth system.
‘I have known Cole since I was about 14, first in the England [youth] teams and then when we were both at Man City together. We’ve been speaking about this for a while; we always would love to have played together. So, for it to happen, we’re both excited,” he explained.