With only his signature missing... Diego Costa rejects Atletico deal!
As informed on Saturday by 'Deportes Cuatro', the striker's move from Chelsea to Atletico came close to materialising, but Diego Costa decided not to sign the contract.
The contract to seal the Spain international's move to the Calderon was ready, and the only thing missing was Costa's signature.
However, the Chelsea man decided against signing. The reason? Diego Costa wants to take part in next year's World Cup.
Spain coach Julen Lopetegui cannot guarantee a place in the lineup if the player is sidelined until January, something the Brazil-born centre-forward is not prepared to do.
Diego Costa is now waiting for Cerezo, Gil Marin and Jorge Mendes to get together to speak about his future. According to 'Deportes Cuatro', Atletico have already contacted FIFA to find out how they can sign Costa without breaching any rules.
The Spanish club are now looking into options that will allow Diego Costa to play until January, even looking for a team that will see him play on a regular basis.