BREAKING NEWS: Aston Villa has escalated its efforts to sign striker Tammy Abraham from Besiktas by presenting a bold player-plus-cash proposal. The West Midlands club is reportedly offering Evann Guessand, a 24-year-old forward, in a deal to bring Abraham back to Villa Park, according to Turkiye Gazetesi.
This latest development comes as Villa aims to strengthen its attacking lineup for the second half of the season, with Unai Emery prioritizing the acquisition of Abraham. The club’s offer seeks to alleviate the financial weight of Abraham’s €30 million release clause, making the deal more attractive for all parties involved.
The inclusion of Guessand, who joined Aston Villa from OGC Nice in the summer of 2025, is seen as a strategic move. Although he has struggled to find his form in the Premier League with just two goals and one assist in 19 appearances this season, his versatility as a center-forward or winger may appeal to Besiktas manager Sergen Yalcın. Yalcın is reportedly open to allowing Abraham to leave but only if a suitable replacement is secured.
Earlier today, reports indicated that Besiktas initially demanded the full release fee for Abraham. However, the potential inclusion of Guessand, a player with significant upside, could be the key to finalizing this transfer.
Bringing Abraham back to Aston Villa would mark a significant moment in the club’s history. Currently sitting in third place in the Premier League and vying for the title alongside Manchester City and leaders Arsenal, the addition of a proven goalscorer could bolster Villa’s championship aspirations. Abraham, who netted 26 goals during his loan spell at Villa in the 2018/19 season, is already a beloved figure among fans.
As of now, Abraham has scored 12 goals this season in Turkey, showcasing his clinical finishing ability. His return could be the “missing piece” needed for Villa to maintain its momentum and genuinely challenge for the title as the season progresses.
Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story as Aston Villa aims to finalize the transfer and enhance their squad ahead of the crucial second half of the season.
