Alvaro Morata has joined Galatasaray on loan from Milan.
The former Chelsea, Real Madrid and Juventus striker joins on an initial loan with the Turkish club holding an option to make the move permanent in the summer.
The 32-year-old scored six goals in 25 appearances for the Italian side this season having joined from Atletico Madrid last summer.
A statement from Milan read: “The club would like to thank Alvaro for the total dedication and professionalism he has shown and wishes him all the best in his professional and personal life going forward.”
✍️ Álvaro Morata, Galatasaray’da! 💛❤️ pic.twitter.com/LUuCTN600V
— Galatasaray SK (@GalatasaraySK) February 2, 2025
Morata captained Spain to victory in Euro 2024 before joining Milan. In October, he spoke about experiencing depression months before Spain’s European Championship triumph and his concerns it would force him to retire from football.
In July, he said he was “happier” outside of Spain and spoke of his belief that Euro 2024 would be his final international tournament, but he has continued to play for his national side.
The striker has previously had two spells each at Real Madrid, Juventus and Atletico, in addition to a stint at Chelsea.
Galatasaray, who will play AZ Alkmaar in the Europa League play-off ahead of the knockout phase, are currently six points clear of Fenerbahce at the top of the Turkish Super Lig.
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