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'Chelsea won't let Diego Costa leave': Atletico Madrid president Enrique Cerezo wants former striker back but remains doubtful over a deal

Atletico Madrid remain in pursuit of former striker Diego Costa but club president Enrique Cerezo does not think Chelsea will be willing to part with their man.

Costa got his move to Stamford Bridge after becoming one of Europe's most feared strikers during his time at Atletico Madrid.

After a strong start to his third season in west London, the Spanish international had a furious bust up with Blues boss Antonio Conte in January, casting serious doubts over the striker's future at the club.

Atletico Madrid president Enrique Cerezo does not think Chelsea will part with Diego Costa
Atletico Madrid president Enrique Cerezo does not think Chelsea will part with Diego Costa
Cerezo wants to bring back the striker but says that Chelsea 'will not allow him to leave'
Cerezo wants to bring back the striker but says that Chelsea 'will not allow him to leave'
Costa moved to Chelsea after becoming one of Europe's top strikers during his time with Atleti
Costa moved to Chelsea after becoming one of Europe's top strikers during his time with Atleti

Talk of a return to Atleti or a mega-money switch to China was rampant before the player and manager settled their differences, with Costa returning to the team.