Fernando Torres is happy with his move to AC Milan.
Torres is on a two-year loan from Chelsea.
"With Mourinho there was a relationship of respect, but the club had bought a new striker.
"With the Coach I had spoken often about my future, he wanted me to stay in London. But I needed a new stimulus for my career.
"That day I received a phone call from Milan. I was presented with the offer I had been waiting for. I was at a particular moment in my career.
"I needed a change and I was aiming to find a team that would guarantee me a starting spot. I had other opportunities, but I chose Milan because they proved that they really wanted me.
"But no Champions League? The club is experiencing a situation that they are not used to. For me, it was a greater incentive to help Milan return to where they deserve to be."
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