Chelsea Agree Deal With Atletico Madrid For Transfer Of Diego Costa

Chelsea have reached agreement with Atlético Madrid for the transfer of striker Diego Costa back to the Spanish club.

The 28-year-old Spaniard is expected to complete his return to La Liga in January, subject to the agreement of personal terms and a medical.

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“Chelsea Football Club has today agreed terms with Atlético Madrid for the transfer of Diego Costa,” a statement from Chelsea reads.

“The transfer will be subject to the agreement of personal terms and a medical.”

Costa has not featured for the Premier League Champions since the FA Cup final loss to Arsenal in May. He was reportedly told in August that he was not part of Antonio Conte’s plans.

A statement from Atlético confirmed Costa, who left the club to join Chelsea in 2014, would have a medical in the next few days.

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“Atlético de Madrid and Chelsea have reached an initial agreement for the transfer of Diego Costa,” it said.

“The agreement is pending the formalisation of the contract between our club and the Spanish international forward. The English club has authorised Diego Costa to travel to Madrid in the coming days to undergo medical tests and settle his contract with our club.”

Spain international scored 58 goals in 120 appearances for the Blues, including 20 in the Premier League last season as Chelsea won the title.

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