'It's Now Or Never' - Tammy Abraham Confirms He'll Remain At Chelsea

Nigeria-eligible striker Tammy Abraham has confirmed that he will remain at Chelsea next season amid speculation linking him with a departure from Stamford Bridge before the close of the summer transfer window.

Frank Lampard is the overwhelming favourite to take the reins at The Blues after Maurizio Sarri left the club after one season in charge.

And Abraham has spoken of his desire to develop further under the England and Chelsea legend who led Derby County to the promotion playoff final last season.

FIFA have hit Chelsea with a two-window transfer ban, meaning that they can't sign players until the summer of 2020.

''These two windows are a great opportunity for the young players at Chelsea to show what they can do. That’s how all the young players at the club are looking at it,'' Abraham was quoted as saying by The Sun.

''Whoever goes into Chelsea as manager I am going to show him what I am truly made of.''

The England U21 star added : ''Chelsea have always had a great academy but they have lacked playing them and taking them to the next level.

''Fingers crossed, if it all goes well it changes the mind-set at the club. Of course, the transfer ban is probably not what the club wanted but for us it is exciting.

''This year is the most important year for us youngsters at Chelsea — it is now or never.''

Including his appearance in last season's Community Shield, Abraham has played three matches for Chelsea's first team.

Igho Kingsley

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