Diego Costa is on the verge of returning from Brazil to Chelsea to help speed his transfer to Atletico Madrid.

Costa has been in exile since Antonio Conte texted him that he wouldn't be part of the club's plans this season.

Chelsea has already bought Alvaro Morata as a replacement.

Costa cannot join Atleti until January due to their transfer ban. Atleti wants to make sure Costa is fully fit before moving forward with the transfer.