Done Deal: Chelsea Complete £70m Alvaro Morata Signing From Real Madrid… See Video/Photos!
The Blues have tied down the services of the former Juventus attacker, who has departed the Bernabeu for the second time in his career
Alvaro Morata’s move to Chelsea from Real Madrid has been completed, the Premier League champions have confirmed.
The 24-year-old striker has moved to Stamford Bridge for a reported fee of £70 million and has agreed a five-year contract, having played 43 times for the European champions last season, netting on 20 occasions.
However, he found himself surplus to requirements at the Bernabeu and has elected to join up with Antonio Conte’s side.
“I am so happy to be here,” he told Chelsea’s official website. “It’s an incredible emotion to be part of this big club. I am looking to work hard, score as many goals as I can and to win as many trophies as possible.”
Chelsea’s technical director Michael Emanelo added the club expect a great deal of him: “We believe he can make a great impact for Chelsea and look forward to seeing him in action. Alvaro has proven class at the highest level and his quality will be a huge asset to Antonio and the squad.”
The striker will meet with his team-mates on their pre-season tour of Asia, as they prepare to face Arsenal in Beijing on Saturday.
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