Barcelona striker David Villa tips Fernando Torres to succeed at Chelsea

07 February 2011 14:28
Blue day: A dejected Torres failed to break his Chelsea duck against Liverpool[LNB]Spain striker David Villa has backed international team-mate Fernando Torres' decision to leave Liverpool and join Chelsea in a ?50million deal.[LNB]Torres did not enjoy a happy debut for the Blues, being substituted against his old club in the second half just before the Reds grabbed the only goal of the game through Raul Meireles.[LNB] However, Barcelona star Villa believes Torres made the right decision to quit Anfield for Chelsea.[LNB]Villasaid: "Liverpool are not enjoying a good year. I am totally convincedthat his move to Chelsea will go well and he will succeed in London.[LNB]'It's been very difficult for him, but I'm pleased because I know he wanted to go there. He is very happy and I wish him well.'[LNB]World Cup winner Villa also said AndyCarroll, who Liverpool signed to replace Torres in a ?35million deal,was 'worth every penny.'[LNB]Villa, who cost Barca around?34.2million when he joined them from Valencia last summer, added:'Each year there are big transfers of this type. It's normal. All teamsneed to strengthen when they want to win things.'[LNB]The striker continued: 'Liverpoolneeded to reinforce after the sale of Fernando. They (Carroll andfellow new recruit Luis Suarez) are two great players who are worthevery penny. I'm sure they'll be a hit with the fans,' the formerValencia man told Betfair.[LNB] Deadly duo: Villa (left) is backing Torres to recapture his form for Chelsea[LNB] Reds have not ruined it! Torres confident Chelsea can win title despite debut bluesChelsea 0 Liverpool 1: Total torture for Torres as Meireles ruins his big dayFernandoh! ?50m Torres subbed as Dalglish takes his revenge on Chelsea [LNB]  Explore more:People: David Villa, Fernando Torres Places: Liverpool, London, Spain

Source: Daily_Mail