According to talkSPORT, Southampton have approached Chelsea over the availability of Tammy Abraham, who Arsenal and West Ham also want.
What’s the story?
Well, it seems as if Ralph Hasenhuttl has already identified his replacement for Danny Ings, following the striker’s shock move to Aston Villa.
The Saints now have £30m to spend.
However, Chelsea value Abraham at £40m, so Southampton will still have to rummage down the back of the sofa to find some spare change.
TalkSPORT believe that Southampton would ideally like to sign the 23-year-old on loan, but Chelsea are searching for a permanent buyer.
Despite being frozen out by Thomas Tuchel, no Chelsea player scored more goals than Abraham’s 12 strikes last season.
What does this mean for Arsenal and West Ham?
As talkSPORT mention in their report, Arsenal and West Ham are also keen on signing the 6-cap England international.
In our view, Southampton’s £30m windfall should force the London duo into action.
The season starts in a matter of days, and the Saints simply have to find a replacement for Ings.
As a result, they could now ramp up their efforts to sign Abraham, leaving Arsenal and West Ham eating their dust unless they both wake up a bit.
The Chelsea No.9 – who earns £57,692-a-week – is a fantastic forward, who would surely thrive no matter which of the Premier League trio he joins.
Now, it’s down to one of Southampton, Arsenal or West Ham to make an opening bid, and ignite the race to sign Abraham.
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