Chelsea striker Tammy Abraham is reportedly ‘set to leave’ the club this summer having fallen out of favour under new manager Thomas Tuchel.
The 23-year-old had been a mainstay in Frank Lampard’s plans at Stamford Bridge prior to the former West Ham academy ace’s sacking in January.
Since then Abraham has made just six fleeting appearances in the Premier League without completing 90 minutes at any point.
The Hammers have been linked for some time, despite David Moyes ruling out a £40million move for the six-cap England ace.
According to a fresh report from the Daily Mail, as cited by Simon Phillips on Twitter, the Irons, along with Leicester City are the main protagonists for Abraham’s signature this summer.
Twitter: Tammy Abraham has reached the point of no return at Chelsea.
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Whilst the report predicts further interest from elsewhere, the two Premier League sides set to compete in Europe next season are the only clubs named and are both said to be ‘ready’ to offer Abraham a ‘new home’.
This season the former Aston Villa loanee has scored 12 goals and registered six assists across 32 appearances in all competitions.
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Signing Abraham would be an outstanding start to the summer business for West Ham.
With 26 Premier League goals in 86 career outings – including 15 in 2019/20 – the 6’2 has certainly proven he is capable of becoming an elite striker at the top level.
Valued at £36million (Transfermarkt) and noted in particular for his finishing ability, Abraham would provide the perfect foil alongside Michail Antonio and would perhaps suffice as the only frontman signing.
