Álvaro Morata Edges Closer to Como Move After Improved Offer

Álvaro Morata could soon join Como. Talks with Galatasaray over a better deal may push the transfer through.

WHAT HAPPENED?

Como and Galatasaray have been negotiating Morata‘s transfer. Galatasaray wanted €6 million to end the loan early. They turned down Como’s €4 million offer. Como came back with more money, and now the deal looks almost done. Como will pay €3 million plus bonuses. Milan, Morata’s parent club, will get €12 million for the permanent move. Morata joined Galatasaray on loan from Milan in February. He seems set to play in Serie A with Como soon, as reports indicate that Morata is about to join Como, with Galatasaray’s approval.

THE BIGGER PICTURE

Morata’s move comes after a rocky time since moving to Milan last summer and a tough loan spell at Galatasaray. In Turkey, he scored 13 goals and provided seven assists in 41 appearances, according to updated statistics. He helped Galatasaray stay strong in attack, contributing to their successful campaign where they finished as champions of the Turkish Süper Lig in the 2024-25 season. Como, just up in Serie A, want to improve their squad to stay and grow. The move shows their aim to compete against top Italian teams. Como finished 10th in Serie A last season, and they want to stay clear of the relegation zone next season, looking to improve from their mid-table finish and hopefully fight for European spots.

WHAT’S NEXT?

If paperwork is completed, Morata will join a Como team led by Cesc Fàbregas. Como’s Serie A journey starts against Lazio, last year’s 7th-place team. Como is rebuilding, and Morata will be key in their attack. Galatasaray needs a new striker as they begin their Champions League run and face Turkish league opener against Trabzonspor. They aim to challenge Fenerbahçe for the top spot.