Morata Blames Conte's Style For Struggle Last Season

Chelsea striker Alvaro Morata blames former boss Antonio Conte's "direct" style for his indifferent form last season.

The Spain international made an impressive start to his Blues career, scoring seven goals in his first seven games, but his form tailed off after Christmas.

Morata found the net just three times in 23 appearances as Chelsea missed out on Champions League qualification, and that barren run saw him miss out on a place in Spain's World Cup squad.

"The most important thing is the way we play. Last season it was direct balls and for me to protect the ball in the air is not my best quality.

"Now I can attack the space, I can play one touch and go in the area for the crosses. It's better for me."