'We tried for Torres in 2004'

By Football Italia staff

Adriano Galliani has revealed that Milan tried to sign Fernando Torres in 2004, but is delighted he has arrived 10 years later.

The Spain international completed his move to San Siro on Friday on a two-year loan deal from Chelsea.

But the Rossoneri director has admitted that they tried to get the goalscorer back when he was at Atletico Madrid a decade ago.

“Fernando is an incredible champion,” he told a Press conference. “He has won everything there is possible to win.

“Fernando began his career in Madrid, and even then it was clear that he was something special.

“We tried to get him in 2004, but that did not go ahead. But it’s better late than never!

“We are happy to have him here and I’m sure he will do well.”

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