In a candid and emotional interview with Cope, AC Milan striker Alvaro Morata has opened up about his personal struggles with mental health and the reasons behind his departure from Spain. Speaking from the Spanish national team’s camp, Morata revealed a side of himself that fans have rarely seen, shedding light on the challenges he faced both on and off the pitch.
The former Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid forward spoke openly about his battle with depression and panic attacks, offering a glimpse into the human side of professional athletes. Morata stated, “When you go through really difficult moments, like depression or panic attacks, it doesn’t matter what job you do or what situation you find yourself in life. You have a person inside you that you have to fight against every day and every night.”
This revelation provides context to Morata’s career decisions, particularly his move away from Spain. He explained, “In the end, the best thing for me was to leave Spain because it was a situation I could no longer bear.”
Morata’s decision to return to Italy, a country he considers his adopted home, and join AC Milan now appears to be part of his personal journey to overcome these challenges. His openness about mental health issues is a significant step in breaking down stigmas surrounding these topics in professional sports.
The full interview, set to be released today, promises to offer more insights into Morata’s experiences and his current state of mind.
