Aston Villa has re-signed Tammy Abraham from Besiktas for £18.2 million. The striker previously had a successful loan spell at Villa during the 2018/19 season, helping the team earn promotion. Abraham's return bolsters Villa's attacking options, as he is expected to compete with Ollie Watkins for a starting position. This move reunites Abraham with the club after a stint away.

Abraham's journey back to Villa involved a loan at AC Milan and a permanent transfer to Besiktas. The Turkish club was then compelled to pay Roma £11.2 million to sign Abraham permanently before selling him to Aston Villa for a profit. This transfer signals Villa's intent to strengthen their squad. It also highlights the close relationship between Aston Villa and Roma.

This transfer comes as Villa aims to improve their squad depth and is part of a larger trend of player movement. With a return to the Premier League, Abraham will look to reignite his career. The deal also highlights Villa's ambition to compete at a higher level, with their upcoming fixtures including Europa League and Premier League matches.

Furthermore, Villa has also agreed to re-sign Douglas Luiz on loan from Juventus, showing they are intent on improving their squad. With injuries plaguing their midfield, this move is crucial to ensure they have enough players available to play. The club is clearly focused on building a team capable of challenging for European spots.