English striker Tammy Abraham is one step away from joining AS Roma. The Chelsea striker is scheduled to undergo a medical to complete his transfer with the Giallorossi.
Tammy Abraham is projected as a replacement for Edin Dzeko who chose to leave for Inter Milan. AS Roma is said to have spent more than 40 million euros to attract the player.
Joining AS Roma is considered the right choice for Tammy Abraham. Considering that Chelsea just sent Romelu Lukaku home from Inter Milan, his chances of playing are getting slimmer.
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Playing in Italy will add a new experience for Tammy Abraham. Because, since graduating from the Chelsea academy, he has only been active in the English League.
In fact, Tammy Abraham has not really had a major place in the Chelsea squad since being promoted to the senior team in 2016. He has had several loan spells at Bristol City, Swansea and Aston Villa and has played in the Championship.
AS Roma may be able to give more flying hours to Tammy Abraham. Considering the competition in the Giallorossi's attack line is not as tight as Chelsea.
Moreover, Tammy Abraham's statistics with Chelsea are not too bad. Thus, he is believed to be able to compete with Borja Mayoral, Eldor Shomurodov and others.
Last season, Tammy Abraham was able to contribute 12 goals and 6 assists for the Blues in all competitions.
Tammy Abraham could be the most expensive purchase in the history of AS Roma. Because the Giallorossi had to spend 40 million euros plus a 5 million euro bonus to bring in the 23-year-old striker.
Previously, the most expensive purchase was held by Patrik Schick. AS Roma bought him from Sampdoria for 42 million euros in the 2018/2019 season.
Tammy Abraham is believed to be trusted by Jose Mourinho. Given that the Portuguese manager intervened in the transfer process.
Moreover, both of them are 'Blue' blooded. Mourinho had previously also coached Chelsea in two terms.