Alvaro Morata finally set to make Como transfer as Galatasaray and AC Milan eye compensation fee agreement

According to Fabrizio Romano, Morata is on the verge of joining Como after a complicated saga involving three clubs. Como have already reached an agreement with Morata and parent club AC Milan, but Gala, where the striker is on loan until January 2026, are holding out for compensation to release the player early. After weeks of negotiations, Como are hopeful the deal will be finalised this week.

Como have shown their ambition in the transfer market, bringing in several new names after they finished 10th in Serie A last season. Morata, a seasoned international with spells at Real Madrid, Chelsea, Atletico Madrid and Juventus, would be a marquee signing. But Gala’s demand for a €6 million fee - plus €3m in salary costs, has delayed the transfer despite Morata's clear desire to leave.

Morata, who did not report back to Gala after the summer break, is pushing for a fresh start. Como have made him a priority target, and the Rossoneri, who loaned him to the Turkish side in January, have accepted the offer. However, the Turkish club, yet to exercise their option to buy, insist on financial compensation before terminating the deal. According to several reports Gala and Milan are nearing a resolution, which would unlock the move. Morata previously played alongside Fabregas at Chelsea and Spain, adding weight to the Como manager’s pursuit.

If the deal is finalised, Morata would become one of Como’s most high-profile signings ever. The move represents a chance to reboot his career after a difficult loan spell in Turkey, and once again thrive in a league he knows well.