Spanish soccer star Álvaro Morata, who recently moved to Italy after joining AC Milan, is facing an unexpected house hunt after a social media post by Corbetta’s mayor, Marco Ballarini, compromised his privacy. Morata, who led Spain to victory in Euro 2024, had settled in the quiet town on the outskirts of Milan, but the mayor’s well-meaning but intrusive post has forced him to relocate.
In an Instagram post on Thursday, Ballarini enthusiastically announced Morata’s arrival, writing: “No, it’s not an early April Fool’s Day. The champion Álvaro Morata is our new Corbetta resident.” Despite Ballarini’s excitement and admitted fandom for AC Milan’s rival, Inter Milan, the post revealed personal details about Morata’s new home, prompting a sharp response from the 31-year-old forward.
Morata expressed his frustration on his own Instagram Story, accusing the mayor of violating his privacy. “I thought the municipality of Corbetta could guarantee me a certain level of privacy but instead I find myself having to move house immediately due to your inability to use social media and protect your citizens,” Morata wrote, adding that his primary concern was the safety of his children, whom he described as his most valuable possession.
The situation escalated when Morata announced he was already searching for a new home. Ballarini later responded with a dismissive “Ciao” on Instagram, alongside the Inter Milan badge and colors, further stoking tensions between the two.
Morata’s move to Milan this summer added to his impressive career, which has included stints at top clubs like Real Madrid, Juventus, and Chelsea. He has already made six appearances for AC Milan, scoring twice, but his early months in Italy have been overshadowed by this unexpected disruption.