The ‘third striker’ saga occurred for the majority of the latter parts of the window. Once Alvaro Morata signed, attention moved to other positions, but Milan continued to evaluate forward options available to them.

It seemed like the Rossoneri were going to leave the department as it was for a large part, but after Alvaro Morata’s injury, the management took the plunge and brought the English striker in late on deadline day, and he made an instant impact on debut.

Not a stranger to Serie A, Abraham has played 84 times in the league, scoring 26 goals in the process. The Englishman has previously played with Alvaro Morata at Chelsea and joins several of his former teammates at Milanello.

Today, the deadline day signing sat down at Casa Milan alongside Giorgio Furlani, and his words have been relayed by Milan News.

All in a short time: arrival, debut and assist…

“I grew up with Milan. I consider it an excellent team. I am often asked how I want to play. Milan is a fantastic club, I am always ready to face new challenges. I hope to settle quickly but we definitely have the wind in our sails.”

What emotions did you feel?

“When I saw that Milan were interested in me I could only wait. It was the club I always wanted.”

Right away feeling with Leao…

“There’s quite a funny story behind it. We decided before we went in what to do together, we went in and did what we wanted to do.”

How are you physically?

“I feel great physically, I’m recovering from the injury. I want to take the field, then if I feel fatigued there are good substitutes. I’m ready”

What did you say to Theo and Leao during the cooling break?

“We all saw the scene. I was talking to them, there was adrenalin in my body. They stayed at the side of the pitch, but simply because there was water and they drank there.”

What promise do you make to the Milan fans?

“I grew up with this club, in my heart and soul, with all the trophies and players, playing here, in this fantastic city and in this fantastic stadium, as are the fans. I want to win and enter Milan’s history. I hope I can do it.”

You met Morata already at Chelsea…

“When I was very young at Chelsea I met Morato and I partly grew up with him who is a leader. Really nice to be on the pitch with him, he will help me to make this new team win.”

Are there leaders in Milan?

“I haven’t had a chance to talk to my teammates, it takes time to create relationships. Milan have great players and there are also good friends. It will be nice to play here.”