The former England defender paid the Blues forward a huge compliment, as he likened his play to an ex-Stamford Bridge superstar
Rio Ferdinand sees parts of Chelsea legend Didier Drogba in Tammy Abraham's game and believes the young striker's career is progressing nicely.
The Blues forward scored the opening goal in Chelsea's 2-1 Champions League win over Lille on Wednesday, taking his tally to eight goals in 10 matches this season.
Speaking as a pundit for BT Sport , Ferdinand admittedd he was reminded of Drogba when watching Abraham play in France and believes the 22-year-old is displaying different features to his game as he develops.