Chelsea striker, Alvaro Morata, has claimed that Antonio Conte’s tactics were part of the reason he “suffered” in his first season in the Premier League.
Morata made a bright start to his career in England, scoring six goals in six league appearances at the start of 2017/2018, but things quickly went downhill for the Spain international.
He only scored a further five goals in the top flight and four in cup competitions.
When asked if he feels more comfortable with Maurizio Sarri in charge, Morata told Cadena SER: “Yes, yes, yes. For me, yes. It’s not for nothing, but for the style of play.
“It wasn’t my style of play and I suffered a little because of that.”
Morata admits he would do things differently if the problem reared its head again.
“In today’s world, it’s normal that these [critical] things are said,” he added.
“Chelsea made a huge effort for me and it wasn’t returned. I should have repaid them double. A player they pay for can’t finish the season with 15 goals.
“People think we’re machines. If I had stopped for three months, I would have come back with a clear head, but I was professional and I wanted to give everything.
“If I could go back, I would stop for two months. I was in pain, I went to Germany to see the doctor, paying for private planes. People believe the false life of Instagram, what it shows you; they thought I was at home with my wife. Someday, I’ll write a book about what I’ve been through.”
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