Disappointed with Morata

Alvaro Morata arrived at Galatasaray with high expectations, but after just three months, the striker became the target of a wave of criticism from fans and pundits.

Morata failed to live up to expectations at Galatasaray.

Expected to be the main attacking spearhead, Morata has failed to live up to expectations, especially given his recurring injuries and inconsistent form.

Since joining the Turkish team in the winter, Morata has only scored three goals in 10 matches – a very modest performance. The situation worsened when he missed six games due to injury, diminishing his contribution to coach Okan Buruk's tactical system. In the last three matches, Morata was only brought on as a substitute in the final minutes, reflecting a lack of confidence from the coaching staff.

A series of consecutive injuries has been a major obstacle preventing Morata from reaching his full potential. After missing several important matches between February and March, he was also absent from the Turkish Cup semi-final due to a groin injury. Meanwhile, coach Buruk has been constantly experimenting with alternative options, showing that Morata is no longer an indispensable part of the team.

Besides fitness issues, Morata has also expressed his dissatisfaction with constantly being benched. According to experts, the Spanish striker is considering leaving Galatasaray next summer if the situation doesn't improve. Although he loves Istanbul and is attached to the club, he can hardly accept a role as just a backup option.

Morata's €6 million per year salary makes him one of the highest-paid players on the team, but his performance hasn't been commensurate. Three goals in 581 minutes of playing time is far too little for a star receiving such a generous salary, leading Galatasaray's management and fans to question the value of this transfer.

Osimhen's prominence further highlighted Morata's lackluster performance. In the three months since Morata joined, the Nigerian striker scored 13 goals, becoming an indispensable pillar in Galatasaray's attack. This impressive achievement only further obscured Morata, who failed to live up to fans' expectations.

Although Galatasaray has a loan deal for Morata until January 2026, his future at the club is increasingly uncertain. The decision to extend his contract will depend on his performance and contributions in the coming months. Given the current situation, it wouldn't be surprising if Morata leaves in the summer of 2025 to seek new opportunities.

From a star expected to become a key player, Morata is now facing an uncertain future at Galatasaray. Disappointment is mounting, and whether he can regain his peak form in the coming months remains a mystery.

Source: https://znews.vn/that-vong-voi-morata-post1548325.html