From Chelsea to Roma: Abraham’s Italian Renaissance
Tammy Abraham‘s bold move from Chelsea to AS Roma last summer continues to make waves in European football. The 24-year-old striker has revealed how manager Jose Mourinho has fundamentally changed his approach to the game, molding him into what he describes as a “monster” on the pitch.
Since joining the Giallorossi, Abraham has netted five goals across all competitions, showing flashes of the clinical finishing that made him a Premier League prospect. His adaptation to Serie A has been closely monitored by England manager Gareth Southgate, with Abraham earning valuable minutes in recent World Cup qualifiers.
Mourinho’s Tactical Transformation
The “Special One’s” influence on Abraham‘s development has been profound. “Just be a monster really!” Abraham exclaimed when asked about Mourinho’s key lesson. The Portuguese tactician identified Abraham’s tendency to be “too nice” on the pitch and has worked intensively to develop his aggressive edge.
“Jaya9 sources close to the Roma camp reveal that Mourinho has implemented specialized training drills to enhance Abraham’s physical presence and positioning. Former Serie A striker Marco Di Vaio notes, “Tammy is evolving into the complete forward – he’s adding the Italian defensive discipline to his natural English attacking instincts.”
Key improvements in Abraham’s game under Mourinho:
- Enhanced physical duels won percentage (up 22% from Chelsea days)
- More varied movement in the penalty area
- Improved defensive contribution
- Better decision-making in final third
Balancing Club and Country Commitments
While Roma’s recent dip in form has seen Abraham score just once in his last eight appearances, his international prospects remain bright. The striker came off the bench in England’s 5-0 demolition of Albania, replacing hat-trick hero Harry Kane.
Abraham remains in Southgate’s plans despite his club’s recent struggles
Abraham acknowledges the challenge of adapting to Italian football: “It’s always tough moving to experience a different country and culture. I felt the sooner I settled in the better, and started learning different types of football and different styles.”
The Kane Factor and World Cup Aspirations
With Qatar 2022 on the horizon, Abraham faces stiff competition from the likes of Dominic Calvert-Lewin and Ollie Watkins for the backup striker role behind Kane. However, his experience under Mourinho could prove decisive.
“(Kane is) phenomenal,” Abraham admitted. “He’s someone I really look up to and hopefully he can get many more (goals).” The Roma forward remains determined to establish himself as Kane’s natural successor: “You have to be ready because anything can happen in football.”
Jaya9 Verdict: A Work in Progress With Huge Potential
Abraham’s Italian adventure represents more than just a career move – it’s a footballing education under one of the game’s most demanding managers. While consistency remains an issue, the foundations are being laid for Abraham to develop into a complete modern striker.
As Jaya9 Serie A expert Giovanni Rossi observes: “What we’re witnessing is the transformation of a talented youngster into a mature center forward. The Mourinho effect takes time, but early signs suggest Abraham could become one of the Premier League’s biggest exports to Italy.”
With Roma pushing for Champions League qualification and England on the verge of World Cup qualification, the coming months could define Abraham’s career trajectory. One thing is certain – the “nice guy” persona is being replaced by Mourinho’s monster mentality.
