When was Fernando Torres at Chelsea?
January 2011
Fernando Torres’ £50m move from Liverpool to Chelsea in January 2011 is still one of the most memorable transfers in Premier League history – for all the wrong reasons.
How many goals did Fernando Torres score for Chelsea?
Premier League Playing Career
| Club | Apps (Subs) | Goals |
|---|---|---|
| Chelsea | 36 (8) | 8 |
| Other Competitions | ||
| FA Cup | 10 (3) | 4 |
| Chelsea | 32 (12) | 6 |
Who signed Torres for Chelsea?
Roman Abramovich
Just last week, Roman Abramovich fulfilled one of his footballing ambitions when he bought the services of Fernando Torres for the £50 million mentioned last March. With that, there are a number of things to be taken from the purchase of the Spanish striker.
Did Fernando Torres play in Chelsea?
He was named in the FIFA World XI in 2008 and 2009. Torres left the club in January 2011 to join Chelsea for a British record transfer fee of £50 million, which made him the most expensive Spanish player in history.
What age did Fernando Torres join Chelsea?
aged 23
The goals continued to flow despite injury troubles – but in January 2011 he shocked Liverpool fans around the world by asking for a transfer to Premier League rivals Chelsea. Before joining the Premier League aged 23, Torres spent 12 years with hometown club Atletico Madrid.
How much did Torres cost Chelsea?
around £50 million
Fernando Torres has finally moved from Liverpool to Chelsea in the biggest transfer deal of the year, reportedly worth around £50 million. Even though the transfer may have fluffed a few wits in Merseyside, it certainly makes him the expensive player ever signed by an English Club.
How long did Fernando Torres play for Chelsea?
Fernando Torres
| Personal information | ||
|---|---|---|
| Years | Team | Apps |
| 2001–2007 | Atlético Madrid | 214 |
| 2007–2011 | Liverpool | 102 |
| 2011–2015 | Chelsea | 110 |