Nottingham Forest has reportedly joined the competition to sign former Chelsea forward Tammy Abraham, challenging frontrunners Aston Villa for his signature.
The 28-year-old England international is currently reviving his career at Besiktas, where he has netted 13 goals in 25 games following a challenging period in Italy hampered by an ACL injury. His recent form has sparked a potential return to the Premier League during the January window.
The Transfer Battle: Villa vs. Forest
- Aston Villa’s Pursuit: Villa is looking for a replacement for Donyell Malen, who recently departed for AS Roma. Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano notes that Abraham is open to the move and personal terms are unlikely to be a hurdle.
- Forest’s Late Entry: Under Sean Dyche, Nottingham Forest has signaled they are willing to meet the striker’s salary demands to lure him to the City Ground.
- The Player’s Choice: Despite Forest’s interest, reports suggest Abraham’s “first preference” is a return to Villa Park, where he previously enjoyed a successful loan spell.
Unai Emery’s Stance
While the move for Abraham appears to be progressing, Villa manager Unai Emery has remained guarded. He acknowledged that while the club is active in the market following Malen’s exit, his immediate focus remains on upcoming fixtures.
Emery described the decision to sell Malen as a “good deal” for both the club and the player, even though he personally would have preferred the Dutch international to stay.
Tammy Abraham’s Recent Form
| Club | Appearances | Goals |
|---|---|---|
| AS Roma (21/22) | 53 | 27 |
| Besiktas (Current) | 25 | 13 |
