AC Milan has officially signed Spanish striker Álvaro Morata from Atlético Madrid on a four-year contract until June 30, 2028, with an option for an additional year. The transfer fee was reported to be €13 million, with Morata set to earn between €4.5-5 million per season. Morata, the 31-year-old captain of the Spanish national team that recently won Euro 2024, will wear the number 7 jersey for Milan.A key factor in Morata’s decision to join Milan was the influence of Zlatan Ibrahimovic, now a director at the club. Ibrahimovic played a crucial role in convincing both the Milan board and Morata himself that this was the right move. Morata expressed his excitement about joining Milan, stating, ‘I still have the best years of my career ahead of me and I want to give everything for this great club’.Throughout his career, Morata has played for several top clubs including Real Madrid, Juventus, Chelsea, and Atlético Madrid. He has amassed an impressive trophy haul, including two UEFA Champions League titles, multiple league titles, and domestic cups. For the Spanish national team, Morata has scored 36 goals in 80 appearances.While Milan has not officially announced a debut date for Morata, it is rumored that he might make his first appearance on August 13 in the Silvio Berlusconi Trophy against Monza. Before joining his new team for training, Morata plans to take a short vacation with his family.Morata’s signing is seen as a significant boost for Milan’s attacking options, especially following the departure of Olivier Giroud to Los Angeles FC. His arrival marks another chapter in his Serie A career, having previously enjoyed successful stints with Juventus.
Key points
- AC Milan has signed Álvaro Morata from Atlético Madrid on a four-year contract with an option for an additional year.
- Zlatan Ibrahimovic, now a Milan director, played a crucial role in convincing Morata to join the club.
- Morata, captain of the Euro 2024-winning Spanish team, will wear the number 7 jersey for Milan.
- The transfer fee was €13 million, with Morata set to earn between €4.
5-5 million per season.
