Chelsea loanee speaks out on brutal Championship, John Terry advice and Blues future

The Chelsea loanee has been a revelation this season at Bristol City, netting 10 goals in 13 games across all competitions.

City have stormed up to sixth in the table as a result, with the 18-year-old showing his true potential away from Stamford Bridge.

Having adapted to life quickly in adult conditions, Abraham has relished the competitiveness of opponents in the fight for promotion to the Premier League. 

I was on the floor at Sheffield and someone kicked me in the back as they ran past,” Abraham said with a smile. “I got angry but my team-mates calmed me down. That doesn't happen in Under 23.

“You just have to think that you will get chances, you will score goals — stay relaxed. Stay in the game and show them what you are made of by scoring.”

The prolific striker was punched in the 1-0 win over Leeds on Tuesday night, but insisted he’s loving every minute.

Abraham is one of 38 Chelsea players out on loan currently, but support is still strong from the Blues camp.

Skipper and academy graduate John Terry offered the youngster some advice too, with Abraham experiencing his first taste of senior football.

Tammy Abraham

Tammy Abraham's been in top form for Bristol City since joining from Chelsea on a season-long loan

On the 35-year-old, he added: “He (Terry) was telling me what to expect, what defenders will do on and off the ball. 

“He congratulated me after my debut. I asked him about his loan at Forest. He's told me to get that experience and enjoy it.”

Manchester City’s Sergio Aguero is one of only two players in the English __football league to have scored more goals than Abraham this term.

And having raised plenty of eyebrows with his form at Ashton Gate, a bright future at Chelsea is quickly being anticipated.

However, Abraham, who has no recall clause in his loan deal, wants to remain focused on City and wait to see what his career holds in store.

Abraham continued: “I want to fight for the play-offs. It would be nice to be highest scorer in the Championship. Wherever it takes me, it takes me.” 

On returning to west London to fight for a first-team chance, he said: “If you are giving your all and it works out then yes, why not?”

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