Alvaro Morata starts a new stage in his career as a footballer by joining AC MilanLast Friday, the Madrid striker was officially presented as a new player for the ‘rossonero’ team, marking the beginning of a four-year contract.
Morata, known for his talent and versatility on the pitch, is looking to Milan for a new home where he can prove his worth and escape the criticism he has faced in the past.
Morata and his search for peace in Milan
At his presentation, Morata shared his first impressions of his move to Milan, revealing that he already felt part of the club during the Euros. “During the Euros I already felt like a Milan player,” said the striker.
These words have generated a lot of interest, especially since during the competition he shared an image on Instagram wearing the Atlético de Madrid second kit, accompanied by a text that said: “I can’t imagine what it must be like to win with this shirt and I won’t stop until I achieve it.”
This contrast in his statements has sparked speculation about his true intentions.
His departure from Atlético de Madrid
Morata’s departure from Atletico Madrid was surrounded by mystery and speculation. With rumours of the club’s interest in signing Dovbyk, Morata expressed his frustration in an interview with Cadena Ser: “If I read that Atleti want to sign eight forwards, I imagine it’s because I’m not the club’s priority.”
He added that, at 31, he did not want to stay at the club just to avoid playing. These statements reflect his desire to find a team where he feels valued and has opportunities to play regularly.
Milan’s interest and his decision to move
Milan’s interest in Morata was no secret, especially with the involvement of Zlatan Ibrahimovic, who acted as a senior advisor to the owners of the Lombard club.
Morata’s decision to join Milan was finalised on 19 July, shortly after winning the European Championship with Spain, when Milan made official the payment of his release clause. “I had several options to return to Italy, but as soon as I spoke with Zlatan and the coach, I didn’t have to think about anything else. No team wanted me as much,” Morata said of his decision.
Morata returns to Italy, having had two previous spells with Juventus, where he left a significant mark. With Milan, Morata is looking to not only score goals, but also win titles and add trophies to his collection.
“I’m not interested in scoring 50 or 60 goals, I want to win trophies here,” he said during his presentation. This third spell in Italy represents an opportunity for Morata to reaffirm his place as one of the most outstanding strikers of his generation.
In search of a new beginning
Morata’s move to Milan is not only due to professional reasons, but also personal ones. Tired of the constant criticism he faced in Spain, Morata hopes to find a more respectful and welcoming environment in Italy.
“Whistles are fine when you deserve them, insults from rivals are normal. But in Italy I have never gone somewhere and suffered a lack of respect when I was with my family,” he said, stressing his desire to find an environment where he can concentrate on his career and enjoy football.
Alvaro Morata begins a new chapter in his career with AC Milan, seeking not only sporting success but also personal peace of mind. His move marks the start of a new stage full of expectations and challenges, and the striker is determined to make the most of this opportunity to make his mark in Serie A and contribute to Milan’s success.
With the support of the team and the trust of his new teammates, Morata is ready to face the challenges ahead and prove his worth on the pitch.