Fernando Torres has revealed the real reason behind his decision to join Chelsea from Liverpool in 2011. The Spanish striker, who made a high-profile £50 million move to Stamford Bridge, admitted that Chelsea offered him more opportunities for success.
Speaking about his transfer, Torres explained that he wanted to win major trophies, and Chelsea provided a better platform for that. Despite his love for Liverpool, he felt the club was not progressing as he had hoped. Chelsea, on the other hand, were regularly competing for top honors and had a strong squad capable of winning titles.
During his time at Liverpool, Torres became a fan favorite, scoring 81 goals in 142 appearances. However, with the club struggling to challenge for silverware, he made the tough decision to leave. His move to Chelsea was controversial, as many Liverpool fans felt betrayed.
Though Torres struggled to replicate his Liverpool form at Chelsea, he played a crucial role in their 2012 Champions League triumph, scoring an iconic goal against Barcelona in the semi-finals. Looking back, Torres believes he made the right decision, as Chelsea gave him the platform to achieve his dreams of winning major titles.
