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‘Abraham can be Chelsea’s No.9 for many years’ – Cole lauds Lampard’s young Blues

Tammy Abraham is capable of being “Chelsea’s No.9 for many, many years”, says Joe Cole, with Frank Lampard proving that age is just a number when it comes to his exciting youngsters.

Faith is being shown in academy graduates under a new coaching regime at Stamford Bridge.

That is giving those who have been on the fringes of the fold, or out on loan, an opportunity to shine on the senior Premier League stage.

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Abraham is among those looking to make his mark, with the 21-year-old striker – who made his Blues debut back in 2016 – finally opening his goal account in a 3-2 win over Norwich.