Aston Villa are interested in signing former Chelsea star Tammy Abraham in the 2026 winter transfer window.
But they face competition from Nottingham Forest, who have entered the race for the 28-year-old,
According to Turkish reporter Ertan Suzgun, Forest are ready to meet Abraham’s personal terms for a deal.
But the English striker has a clear preference to join Villa if he is allowed to leave Besiktas this month.
Abraham spent the 2018-19 season on loan at the Midlands club, netting 26 goals in 40 appearances to help them secure Premier League promotion.
But re-signing him would be complicated as he is on loan at Besiktas from AS Roma.
The move will be made permanent for £11.2 million if certain conditions are met.
The striker’s wages could also be a stumbling block as he is currently earning around £115,000 per week.
Villa have had an excellent 2025-26 campaign so far. They are third in the table after winning nine of their previous 11 Premier League matches.
Unai Emery’s side are keen to re-sign Abraham to keep their title challenge alive.
The former Chelsea star is a top forward who is well known for his physical presence, movement and finishing ability.
He has struck 12 goals in 24 matches for Besiktas this term.
Villa have paved the way for the 28-year-old’s return, as Donyell Malen has joined Roma on a six-month loan with a £25 million obligation to buy at the end of the season.
Operating as a winger as well as a centre-forward, Malen made 21 Premier League appearances this season for the Midlands side. But 16 of them came off the bench.
The Netherlands international wanted more game time and his move to the Serie A will likely offer him greater first-team opportunities.
Ollie Watkins is currently Villa’s number one striker, but he has had an underwhelming campaign so far.
Stats from Transfermarkt
