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Chelsea transfer shock: Manager will only stay if he can sign this player
DIEGO SIMEONE has reportedly urged Atletico Madrid to back him in the transfer market with a move for Diego Costa or else he will leave.
Diego Costa's Chelsea future is up in the air
Reports emerged over the weekend suggesting Simeone is contemplating his future with the La Liga giants after his side's Champions League final defeat to Real Madrid.
The futures of some of Atletico's stars are under consideration, with Manchester United mulling over a £54million bid for Saul Niguez, while Antoine Griezmann has also attracted interest from the Red Devils.
Costa has been linked with a surprise return to the Vicente Calderon, who had an indifferent campaign by his standards.
The Daily Star claim Simeone wants to bring a big-name striker to the club and has set his sights on Costa.
It is thought the fiery hitman feels the same way about the chance to come back to the Spanish capital.
However, the same report suggests sources close to the club believe Costa wants to fight for his future under Antonio Conte.
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The Blues are currently compiling a list of potential striker targets.
Everton's Romelu Lukaku features quite high, although the Toffees are demanding £65m for his signature.
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