Mata is expected to complete a move to the Blues in a £25million deal on Tuesday.
Arsenal and Tottenham had long been linked with the highly-rated 23-year-old winger.
“I want to come to England to win trophies – and that’s why I accepted Chelsea’s offer,” Mata told The Sun.
“It was also a question of sporting achievement, not money. Arsenal and Tottenham were both interested in me but they did not compare with the Blues.
“I want the Premier League title and this is possible at Chelsea.
“Fernando Torres helped influence my decision but speaking directly with Villas-Boas was the decisive factor.
“He explained how his style will be based on 4-3-3 and how important I will be to his plans.
“Frank Lampard is a monster of a footballer to play alongside and the prospect of that is incredible.”
