Chelsea striker Tammy Abraham arrives in Italy to complete Roma transfer

Metro

Chelsea striker Tammy Abraham has arrived in Italy ahead of a proposed move to Roma, despite preferring a move to Arsenal. 

The Englishman was unsure about a move to Roma, but after face-to-face meetings with General Manager Tiago Pinto and phone conversations with the club’s manager Jose Mourinho, it seems that he has decided to go ahead with the transfer. 

Roma had previously agreed a £34m move for the 23-year-old, but personal terms were a major sticking point. Meanwhile Arsenal had also registered an interest in the player.

It is understood that the player would have preferred a move to the Emirates, but with discussions not at an advanced stage, Abraham has decided to join the Giallorossi.

Video posted by from Sky Sports Italy journalist Angelo Mangiante showed Abraham being greeted by dozens of fans after arriving at Rome’s Ciampino Airport on Sunday.

The Serie A outfit have been looking for a target man to replace their star striker Edin Dzeko, who has left the club to join Inter…