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Chelsea striker Tammy Abraham looks set to return to the Championship.

ESPN report that Aston Villa are closing in on taking the 20-year-old on loan, with the Blues happy to let him leave in order to continue his development.

The striker blitzed 26 goals in all competitions for Bristol City two seasons ago, with his form leading many to label him the next big thing in English football.

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Yet his step up to the Premier League last season with Swansea City was not a success as he scored just eight times in 41 appearances as the Swans were relegated.

Whilst there was rumoured to be Premier League interest in the former Robin again this summer, he stayed at Stamford Bridge past transfer deadline day, stating he was happy to stay and fight for his place at the Blues.

Yet Villa appear determined to take him on loan for the season and Abraham looks set to return to the Championship in order to go along with his side's wishes.