Alvaro Morata: What Chelsea striker said after joining Atletico Madrid

Atletico Madrid’s new signing, Alvaro Morata has said that he “can’t wait” to start playing for his new club.

Morata stated this shortly after he signed for the La Liga giants on Monday.

The Spain international signed an 18-month loan deal with Atletico Madrid from Chelsea.

The deal includes a £48.5million option for Atletico to buy the 26-year-old.

Morata will remain at the Spanish club until the end of the 2019/20 season.

Speaking on his move, Morata told the club’s official website: “I’m very happy and proud to be here.

“I can’t wait to start training, meet my new teammates and play”.

Morata could make his debut against Real Betis next Sunday in the La Liga fixture.