Why Álvaro Morata’s move to Galatasaray marks a new chapter in his European career
Spanish striker Álvaro Morata is set to join Turkish giants Galatasaray on loan from AC Milan, marking a new phase in his European football journey. The 32-year-old forward has played for several top clubs across Europe, and his latest move will see him compete in a fourth major European league.
Morata’s European Club Journey
Real Madrid (2010–2014, 2016–2017)
Morata began his senior career at Real Madrid, progressing from Castilla to the first team. During his two spells at the club, he won multiple trophies, including the UEFA Champions League.
Juventus (2014–2016, 2020–2022)
In 2014, the Spanish forward moved to Italy to join Juventus, where he won two Serie A titles and impressed with his technical ability. He returned to the club in 2020 on loan from Atlético Madrid.
Chelsea (2017–2019)
Morata made a big-money move to Chelsea in 2017 but struggled with consistency in the Premier League. Despite this, he won the FA Cup with the Blues before moving back to Spain.
Atlético Madrid (2019–2024)
The striker initially joined Atlético Madrid on loan in 2019 before making the transfer permanent. He played a crucial role in their attack before being loaned out to Juventus again in 2020.
AC Milan (2024–2025)
In the summer of 2024, Morata signed for AC Milan, but his stint was short-lived, with just six goals in 25 appearances before securing a loan move to Galatasaray in January 2025.
A Fresh Challenge in Turkey
Morata’s switch to Galatasaray presents an opportunity to play in the Turkish Süper Lig, where he will look to help the Istanbul-based club secure the league title. While he will miss out on Champions League action, Galatasaray’s Europa League campaign offers a fresh platform for him to showcase his talent.
Having played in Spain, Italy, and England, Morata’s move to Turkey will add another chapter to his well-traveled career, proving his adaptability across Europe’s top leagues.
