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Álvaro Morata Joins Leganés on Season-Long Loan From Como

Morata agreed to a pay cut so Leganés could fund most of his wages under Spain’s salary‑cap rules and give him regular minutes in Madrid.

Overview

  • Leganés announced a one-year loan from Como that brings 33-year-old Á lvaro Morata to the Segunda División club for the 2026–27 season.
  • Morata said he chose the move because he believes in Leganés’ promotion project and wants to live and play in Madrid rather than chase top‑level competition.
  • The deal required wage restructuring to comply with LaLiga salary‑cap rules, with Leganés covering a large share of Morata’s pay and the player agreeing to a reduction.
  • Club sources and reports expect Morata to lead the attack as the club’s main striker and to add experience and goals to Leganés’ promotion push.
  • The loan follows a difficult spell at Como under Cesc Fàbregas, where Morata scored infrequently, and keeps him contracted to Como while offering him a reset in Spain.