Abraham, who was set to be joined in the Under-21 side by Hudson-Odoi before the teenager’s promotion to Gareth Southgate’s senior side, has watched first-hand the rapid rise of the man he calls his ‘little brother’ and is pleased to see him reaping the rewards with this call-up.
"He's more than deserved this call-up and I'm very happy for him," said Abraham.
"Ever since a young age, he's been unbelievable. Watching him grow up to where he is now, he's done very well and now he's actually doing it in men's football for the world to see.
"It's heart-warming and I just hope he continues that and carries on building.
"Callum’s always been like a little brother to me. He was always coming into my house, we didn't really play together because he was a bit too young but he was my brother's age and they're good mates."