Morata: I've only played 15 minutes and the critics are already killing me!
The striker, who swapped Real Madrid for Stamford Bridge this summer, says his price tag invites intense pressure on his shoulders. Alvaro Morata believes critics are already “killing” him at Chelsea, although the striker accepts his price tag invites extra scrutiny. The Spain international made his competitive debut as a 74th-minute substitute in the clash with Arsenal at Wembley and missed from 12 yards as his side lost 4-1 to the Gunners in the shoot-out following a 1-1 draw. Morata, who joined from Real Madrid for a reported initial fee of £58million, had only made two International Champions Cup appearances for Chelsea prior to last Sunday's encounter following a lengthy transfer saga. The 24-year-old believes the significant fee – a club record for Antonio Conte's side – means he is likely to face additional criticism but he says it is something which motivates him to succeed. "I admit it's a very important amount but I have the personality to pla...
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