Blow to Chelsea as Diego Costa plots move

Football
By Gameyetu | Jul 18, 2016
Chelsea striker Diego Costa

Chelsea striker Diego Costa has asked for a transfer from Old Trafford, a day after they were defeated by Rapid Vienna in their friendly match opener.

According to mirror sports, Diego handed Chelsea a written transfer request, after considering on move to Atletico Madrid.

The Brazilian has scored 21 times at Chelsea and was a key player in Chelsea’s 2015 Premier League title victory.

During unsuccessful 2015/16 season, Costa netted 16 times as the Blues finished 10th.

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