Goals will come for Torres - Mata

London: Juan Mata insists that Chelsea teammate Fernando Torres is playing well at the moment and that the forward will soon rediscover his goal-scoring touch.

Torres, who arrived at Stamford Bridge from Liverpool in January 2011 for a reported British record fee of 50 million pounds, has netted just twice in 19 Premier League appearances this season.

However, Mata believes that his compatriot is improving with each passing game and will soon remind everyone why he was once considered one of the most potent strikers in the world.

"Torres is good, calm and training and playing very well," the winger told MarcaTV.
"I know everyone talks about his goals [record] but I know he's going to [score more]. He has provided many assists this season and he is certainly going to change those assists into goals."

Meanwhile, Mata, who scored a wonderful volley in his side's 3-3 draw with Manchester United at the weekend, is satisfied with the way in which he is currently coping with the rigors of the English game.

"I am very pleased and happy with this first season in London," he enthused. "I am learning quickly and adapting to the football."

Mata, who has been capped 14 times by Spain, was signed by Chelsea for 23.5 million pounds from Valencia last August.

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