Aston Villa boss Steve Bruce has acknowledged that he could make a move for Chelsea forward Tammy Abraham.

The Blues may be open to allowing Abraham to leave on loan before the end of August, with the England international currently third choice behind Alvaro Morata and Olivier Giroud.

Bruce has revealed that no conversations have been held with the West Londoners, but the Championship outfit could make an approach should the 20-year-old become available.

At a press conference, Bruce told reporters: "If he does become available then there's a definite interest from us, of course there is, but I haven't had any conversation with Chelsea.

"If he was available then I think half the Championship would love to take somebody like Tammy Abraham lets be honest. I don't think we're alone."

Abraham is yet to feature in Chelsea's matchday squad this season.