Morata was my first choice for Chelsea – Conte
Chelsea were heavily linked with a move for Romelu Lukaku, but Antonio Conte maintains Alvaro Morata was his first choice for a new striker.
Chelsea sign Real Madrid striker Morata
Alvaro Morata has joined Chelsea from Real Madrid in a deal reported to be worth £70-million.
Morata: Conte has shown the most faith in me
Alvaro Morata is delighted to link up with Antonio Conte at Chelsea, saying the Italian is the coach who has shown most faith in him throughout his career.
Chelsea agree terms with Madrid on Morata deal
Chelsea and Real Madrid have agreed a deal for Spanish striker Alvaro Morata to join the Premier League champions.
Madrid are ‘most powerful team’ – Herrera
Ander Herrera is relishing the prospect of facing Real Madrid twice in pre-season as he believes they are “the most powerful team of the moment”.
Bale: I never thought about leaving Real
Gareth Bale says he never considered leaving Real Madrid, and the Welshman is ready to fight for his position at the Spanish and European champions.
Mourinho: Morata signing ‘unlikely’
“I don’t think he can end with us.” Jose Mourinho accepts that Alvaro Morata is unlikely to join Manchester United.
Real Madrid confirm Ceballos signing
Real Madrid have completed the signing of Spain U21 midfielder Dani Ceballos from Real Betis for a reported fee of €18-million on a six-year deal.
Mendieta unsurprised Ronaldo is still at Madrid
Cristiano Ronaldo appears settled at Real Madrid once again and former Spain international Gaizka Mendieta is unsurprised.
Sanchez: James lacked resolve to play for Real
Former Real Madrid star Hugo Sanchez believes James Rodriguez lacked the resolve to play for the La Liga and Champions League champions after joining Bayern Munich.