Diego Costa ready to return against Barca

BeSoccer 4 years ago 575
Costa could start. EFE

The Brazilian is ready and desperate to be Atletico's starting striker against Ronald Koeman's Barcelona, with Luis Suárez ruled out.

With Luis Suárez out after testing positive for COVID-19, Diego Costa is ready and willing to start up top for Atletico against Barcelona.

Injured against Celta Vigo, the Brazilian has sped through his recovery and is now available for the key game.

According to 'Marca', the striker plans to take part in training twice beforehand and then return to face the Azulgrana.

Luis Suárez is out and it could be Diego Costa's chance to star and get back in on the goals.

Vitolo and Savic are also both out as it stands, but could make grandstand returns for the key game.

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