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Tammy Abraham Returns to Aston Villa for £18M

1/29/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Tammy Abraham has returned to Aston Villa from Besiktas in a deal worth £18 million.
Abraham previously had a Villa loan in 2018/19, scoring 26 goals and helping promotion to the Premier League.
He netted 13 goals in 26 appearances for Besiktas before the transfer.
He signed a four-and-a-half-year contract with Aston Villa, aiming for an England recall ahead of the upcoming World Cup.

History

Historical Context

Aston Villa's promotion to the Premier League in 2019 marked a significant turnaround after their relegation in 2016. Under new ownership from the NSWE Group, they finished fifth in the EFL Championship, culminating in a playoff victory over Derby County. Tammy Abraham's 26 goals during the season were pivotal, highlighting the club's renewed ambition and investment in talent to enhance their competitive edge.

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Story summary

Tammy Abraham has returned to Aston Villa from Besiktas in a deal worth £18 million.
Abraham previously had a Villa loan in 2018/19, scoring 26 goals and helping promotion to the Premier League.
He netted 13 goals in 26 appearances for Besiktas before the transfer.
He signed a four-and-a-half-year contract with Aston Villa, aiming for an England recall ahead of the upcoming World Cup.

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