Morata could leave Chelsea in January

Chelsea forward Álvaro Morata could leave in January, just 18-months after signing for the club.

The 25-year old Spaniard has played in four of the Blues five Premier League games so far this season, and was an unused substitute against Cardiff City last Saturday.

Despite this, speculation concerning Morata’s long-term Chelsea future has mounted, with many sources claiming that the former Real Madrid and Juventus man is still looking to move away from the club.

And according to Calciomercato, who cite the Daily Star, the Spain international could leave as soon as January.

According to the claims, Chelsea boss Maurizio Sarri prefers Olivier Giroud up front for the club, and with Morata understandably not willing to play second fiddle, he could be eyeing up potential future destinations.

West Ham have been linked with a move, while Sarri’s former club Napoli are also said to be interested in bringing the Spaniard to the San Paolo.