Former Chelsea striker Fernando Torres has risked upsetting Blues fans by admitting that he wants another of his former clubs, Liverpool, to secure Premier League glory this season.
Speaking to Sky Sports, the 34-year-old was quizzed about his time in England and was asked to decide who he’d like to see lift the Premier League title this term.
Torres spent four seasons at Anfield and enjoyed plenty of success as he led the line for the club. However, in 2011, he departed to join Chelsea, where he struggled to replicate a similar level of form.
The Spaniard is now plying his trade in the top-flight of Japanese football with Sagan Tosu.
Torres told Sky Sports that he is keen for both Liverpool and Chelsea to enjoy plenty of success this season. However, the former Atletico Madrid star did state that he is backing the Reds for glory this term.
I have feelings for both of them. Liverpool was the best time in my career – I love the city, the supporters and the club. I am still in touch with them and they made me feel at home when I was there. And with Chelsea, they gave me what I wanted as a player – trophies. I have great memories of my time at Chelsea so it is difficult to choose. I am still in touch with the staff though so I wish them all the best. I know how important it is for Liverpool to win the Premier League. Hopefully, they can win the Premier League and Chelsea can win it the year after.
Liverpool are currently sat in second place on the Premier League table and trail Manchester City by two points. Chelsea are in third place, two points behind the Reds and four points behind City.
