Lawyer Ricardo Cardoso said that Costa is going to file an official petition for a transfer and threatened Chelsea with a court. Previously, the Spaniard told the media that the head coach of the "blue" Antonio Conte via SMS told him to look for a new team.

"I think I should speak on behalf of the club. Usually we do not respond to comments of a similar nature, but in this case it is necessary to answer, "- said the Speaker of Chelsea.

"As Antonio said - and I think it's worth recalling - the decision to leave was taken by Costa himself in January. The player knew about his decision, the agent knew, but the lawyer, probably, was not fully informed. So his arguments about the fact that Conte survived Costa from the club - just rubbish. We do not intend to pay any more attention to this. Let's see how this transfer window ends ".

Last season on the account of Costa 20 goals in 35 Premier League games that helped Chelsea become the champion.