Antonio Conte has quashed any thoughts that his summer signing Alvaro Morata is still yet to understand his idea of football after suggesting the striker is ‘involved in his ideas’ now.
The 24-year old forward arrived from Real Madrid last summer with huge fanfare from Chelsea fans after their desperation to see the club sign a new striker following Diego Costa’s exit.
The club were thought to be leading the way to sign Romelu Lukaku from Everton, but were dramatically beaten to his signature by Jose Mourinho’s Manchester United.
Morata was a welcome alternative and has repaid the faith Chelsea showed in him by scoring six goals in six Premier League games.
Conte says Morata has bought into his style and brand of football is now ‘starting’ to impress.
He’s very young, only 24 years, and I think this is important for Chelsea. I think now he’s involved totally in our style of football, in our idea. He’s very strong and he showed he’s a really good, complete player.
The Premier League is not easy for the striker. During the game there is a lot of physical contact and you must be prepared for this type of game because also the referee doesn’t whistle a lot. I think that’s good for the game.
He adapted very well to this league but now he has to continue to work and improve because he’s only starting.
Antonio Conte, Chelsea FC
