00:00Morgan Rodgers has completed his move to Chelsea from Aston Villa and the player has revealed that Colt Palmer played
00:08a major role in convincing him to complete his record-breaking move to London, admitting his close friend never stopped
00:17calling and texting him throughout the transfer process.
00:20The pair have known each other since their teenage years at Manchester City, progressing through England's youth ranks together as
00:29well and forging a successful Premier League career at different clubs.
00:34Rodgers said Palmer was determined to see them reunited at Stamford Bridge.
00:41Speaking after his move was confirmed, the attacking midfielder explained that Palmer's persistence reflected both their friendship and his belief
00:51in Chelsea's project.
00:53Rodgers acknowledged that he'd known Colt Palmer since he was about 14 years old, adding that the Chelsea star was
01:00constantly in contact as speculation over his future intensified.
01:05Palmer's enthusiasm ultimately helped reinforce Rodgers' decision to choose Chelsea, despite strong interest from Arsenal.
01:14It was thought Morgan Rodgers would be joining the Premier League champions, but a £117m transfer fee from Chelsea was
01:25enough to sway the Aston Villa player to that club.
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