Morgan Rogers has been sensational since joining Chelsea from Aston Villa for a record fee, quickly establishing himself as one of the most exciting attacking options in the squad. His chemistry and link-up play, particularly with Cole Palmer and João Pedro, has been brilliant, and the numbers are backing up his performances. Rogers has now registered 3 goals and 1 assist in his first four games, averaging an impressive one goal contribution per match.
However, there are reasons for FPL managers to think twice before bringing him in for Gameweek 5. Chelsea's form has dipped in their last two Premier League games, while Brentford have made a decent start to the season and will have the crucial advantage of playing at home. In fact, it could even be argued that Brentford are slight favourites heading into this weekend's clash.
The most alarming statistic for Rogers owners and potential buyers, though, is his record against Brentford.
Morgan Rogers vs Brentford: The Alarming Record
Rogers has faced Brentford five times in the Premier League during his Aston Villa career, scoring just twice.
Here is his match-by-match record:
April 6, 2024 — Aston Villa vs Brentford
Goals: 1
December 4, 2024 — Aston Villa vs Brentford
Goals: 1
August 3, 2025 — Aston Villa vs Brentford
Goals: 0
August 23, 2025 — Aston Villa vs Brentford
Goals: 0
February 2, 2026 — Aston Villa vs Brentford
Goals: 0
Overall, Rogers has scored 2 goals in five Premier League appearances against Brentford, which is certainly not a disastrous record. However, the worrying part is that both goals came more than two years ago, and he has failed to score in each of his last three meetings with them.
That makes his Gameweek 5 fixture particularly interesting for FPL managers.
Should You Transfer Morgan Rogers In?
Our advice: don't transfer Morgan Rogers in specifically for Gameweek 5.
This isn't because we suddenly believe Rogers is a poor FPL asset. Quite the opposite. His current form is exceptional, and his attacking relationship with Palmer and João Pedro makes him one of Chelsea's most dangerous players.
The problem is the fixture.
Chelsea haven't looked as convincing in their last couple of league matches, while Brentford's home advantage could make this a difficult encounter. Add Rogers' recent struggles against the Bees into the equation, and there are simply too many question marks to justify using a transfer on him this week.
If you're looking for a new midfielder for Gameweek 5, there are potentially safer alternatives with better fixtures and more favourable circumstances.
Already Own Morgan Rogers? Start Him
For managers who already have Rogers in their FPL squad, however, we would still start him.
This is where the distinction between buying and owning becomes important.
Rogers is in terrific form, and three goals plus an assist in four games is not something you should casually ignore because of one difficult fixture. Even if Chelsea struggle to win at Brentford, Rogers could still produce an FPL return through a goal, assist or involvement in Chelsea's attack.
His current confidence also means there is always a possibility that he breaks his poor recent record against Brentford.
The only exception would be if you have an excellent alternative sitting on your bench, a player with a particularly strong fixture whom you genuinely believe can outscore Rogers in Gameweek 5. In that situation, benching him becomes a reasonable gamble.
Final Verdict: Morgan Rogers vs Brentford
Don’t bring Morgan Rogers in for Gameweek 5 if you don’t already own him. Chelsea’s recent form, Brentford’s home advantage and Rogers’ poor recent record against them make him a risky transfer.
Already own him? Start him. His excellent form makes him too dangerous to bench unless you have a genuinely strong alternative.
FPL verdict: Avoid buying, but start if owned.