Aston Villa have officially secured the signature of striker Tammy Abraham, beating out reported interest from Sunderland to bring the 28-year-old back to the Premier League.
While rumors had briefly linked the forward to a move to the Stadium of Light, it became clear that Villa were the frontrunners to land him. In a unique logistical move, Abraham—who had been on loan at Besiktas from AS Roma—finalized a permanent transfer to the Turkish side first to facilitate his immediate sale to Villa for a reported fee of £18.25 million.
A Homecoming at Villa Park
Abraham is no stranger to the West Midlands, having enjoyed a prolific loan spell at the club during the 2018/19 season. In his first official interview with the club’s website, the striker admitted that he has remained a devoted follower of the team since his departure.
”I always told myself that if I had to come back to England, Villa would be one of the special teams to come back to,” Abraham remarked. “I spoke it into existence, so I’m happy to be here.”
He expressed deep emotional ties to the club, noting that while he only spent a single season there previously, the impact on him and his family was profound. He also highlighted his personal growth, stating that while he left Villa Park years ago as a “boy,” his experiences across Europe have allowed him to return as a “man” ready to lead the line.
Ambitions for the Future
The move isn’t just a sentimental journey; Abraham is coming back with a clear mandate to win. He noted that his familiarity with the current squad has made the transition seamless and that he is eager to contribute to a team he believes is capable of competing at the highest level.
- Experience: Abraham brings years of top-flight experience from Serie A and European competitions.
- The Goal: He explicitly stated his desire to push for silverware in every competition the club enters this season.
- The Atmosphere: He described the prospect of playing in front of the Villa Park crowd again as “emotional” and “exciting.”
By securing Abraham for under £20 million, Aston Villa have added a proven goalscorer with a deep connection to the badge, providing manager Unai Emery with a motivated and experienced focal point for the attack.
