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Chelsea revealed on Saturday that Torres is set to move to Milan on a permanent deal when the transfer window opens on January 5 but it appears that will only pave the way for the Italian club to send the Spanish striker home to Madrid.
According to Marca, Burgos declared Torres will be critical for Diego Simeone's Atletico side when La Liga resumes next month, as they look to defend their league title.
"He'll be an important reinforcement for the second half of the season," the 45-year-old assistant coach said.
"We'll get the best out of him, as we do with all our players. He knows what this club is all about.
