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England star's steamy Love Island romance EXPOSED: Morgan Rogers is ‘getting close’ with Leah Taylor

Aston Villa's rising star Morgan Rogers, 23, has been romantically linked to Love Island contestant Leah Taylor, 29. The pair have been enjoying secret dates, including a retreat in the Cotswolds

Koushik Biswas
Nov 29, 2025
England star's steamy Love Island romance EXPOSED: Morgan Rogers is ‘getting close’ with Leah Taylor
Morgan Rogers is reportedly dating Love Island 2023 star Leah Taylor.

Aston Villa's breakout sensation Morgan Rogers is off the market and head over heels for Love Island stunner Leah Taylor! The England midfielder, 23, has been secretly wining and dining the 29-year-old influencer after whisking her away on a lavish romantic retreat to the idyllic Cotswolds – and Leah couldn't resist spilling the tea on Instagram.

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Rogers and Leah are “getting close”

Sources dish that the pair are "getting close" after multiple dates, with sparks flying despite it being "early days."

Rogers, known for keeping his private life tighter than a Villa defense, wanted to stay under the radar. But Leah, fresh off her chaotic Love Island 2023 run, "couldn't help herself," posting a sneaky back-shot of the footballer in his signature Puma jacket at Cowley Manor Hotel near Cheltenham.

Caption? A coy "I like it here." Fans instantly clocked the mystery man, fueling wild speculation.​

The timing couldn't be sweeter for Rogers. Days before their cozy escape, he fired Villa to a 2-1 thriller over Leeds United with a brace, including a stunning free-kick, propelling them into the Premier League top four.

The West Brom academy product has become Thomas Tuchel's England darling, netting once in 12 caps while terrorizing defenses for Unai Emery's Lions.

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Who is Leah Taylor?

Leah Taylor is a 29-year-old British influencer, model, and social media marketer best known as a contestant on Love Island UK Season 10 (2023 summer series).

Originally from Manchester, she entered the villa as a bombshell on Day 8, captivating viewers with her glamorous looks and dramatic couplings before being dumped on Day 38 via public vote.

Leah had a heartbreaking Love Island ending

Leah's Love Island saga was pure drama fodder. The model and influencer, besties with Maura Higgins, entered the villa coupling with Tyrique Hyde, then Mitch Taylor, before producers split her off for semi-pro baller Montel McKenzie.

Dumped in a brutal public vote, she bounced back as an influencer. "She's due a bit of luck in love after that nightmare," a source to The Sun spilled. Now, pairing with Premier League hotshot Rogers? Karma's serving a revenge romance.​

Rogers' low-key vibe clashes perfectly with Leah's glam world. She's been spotted cheering Villa matches, blending WAG elegance with reality TV edge.

Their Cotswolds jaunt, think rolling hills, luxury spas, and candlelit dinners – screams serious intent. "It's going really well, but nothing serious yet," insiders teased, hinting at more dates amid Rogers' packed schedule.​

Football Twitter exploded: "Morgan bagging a Love Island queen? Peak footballer move!" one fan tweeted. Others joked about villa drama spilling onto the pitch. With Villa eyeing Europe and England prepping World Cup qualifiers, Rogers balances goals on and off the field.

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