Tammy Abraham reportedly "hopes to return" to Chelsea in the future after enjoying a successful first season in Italy with Roma.
Jose Mourinho decided to bring the fringe Blues forward to the Stadio Olimpico for £34million during the summer transfer window with the striker's game time under Thomas Tuchel limited.
Arsenal were reported to be interested in his services but Roma ultimately won the race, with Abraham taking the less trodden path for English players and moving abroad.
It has paid off, however, and after being recalled to the England side by Gareth Southgate, the 24-year-old spoke highly of the decision and recommended it to others.
"The easy option would’ve been to stick around and sit down at Chelsea," Abraham told The Guardian back in October.
"I realised I needed to go out and prove myself. Of course, there were nerves and changing countries is always a brave thing to do. But I’d recommend it to young English players. I’d say not to be scared.
"You learn about yourself. It’s tough but I’m getting used to it. I’ve gone to Rome and it’s time to show myself again."
Abraham has found the net 18 times in 34 appearances in all competitions - the highest of any English player in Europe's top five leagues - and sits fourth in the race for the Serie A golden boot.
But while he has found plenty of success in Italy, according to Corriere dello Sport via The Sun, he still hopes to return to Stamford Bridge in the future.
He may well get his wish too.
As part of the agreement that saw Abraham sold to Roma, Chelsea had a buyback clause of £68million inserted that will become active in 2023.
