I will never return to Chelsea - Spanish striker Diego Costa

Diego Costa has stated firmly that he will not return to Chelsea - The relationship between the Spaniard and Antonio Conte has gone sour - Costa has explained that he wants to return to Spanish club Atletico Madrid Embattled Spanish striker Diego Costa has stated emphatically that he will not return to reigning Premier League champions Chelsea. Diego Costa who is currently in Brazil explained that he is ready to disobey Chelsea orders and head to Spain in his bid to join Spanish side Atletico Madrid. Chelsea have told the striker to return to training this week, but the player revealed that the club want him to be training with the Blues' reserves which is against his wish. I will never return to Chelsea - Spanish striker Diego Costa “My destination is already made. I must return to Atletico Madrid because Chelsea coach has told me to leave the club. “It turns out that there is the impasse that Chelsea does not want to release me despite how Conte made it clear that he does not need me anymore. “But I believe that this situation will be resolved now on my return to Spain because I cannot play under a coach that does not trust me anymore.” Diego Costa explained. Chelsea have been considering many options in their bid to replace Diego Costa before the close of the transfer window.

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Messi, Ronaldo nominated for FIFA World footballer of the Year award

As expected Messi, Ronaldo, Gigi Buffon make the FIFA footballer of the year shortlist - FIFA's shortlist contains 24 players dominated by Real Madrid, Chelsea Juventus players - Bayern Munich's Arturo Vidal, Robert Lewandowski and AC Milan's Bonucci shortlisted FIFA has revealed its 24-man shortlist for its The Best Player of the year award headlined by Gianluigi Buffon, Lionel Messi and current champion Cristiano Ronaldo. The list includes seven Real Madrid players including the aforementioned Ronaldo, Keylor Navas, Sergio Ramos, Dani Carvajal, Marcelo, Toni Kroos, Luka Modric. Barcelona players nominated include; Luis Suarez, Messi and Andres Iniesta. Lionel Messi and Luis Suarez are also nominated. Bayern Munich s represented by Manuel Neuer, Robert Lewandowski and midfielder Arturo Vidal while Juventus stars Buffon and Dybala make the list. Former defender Leandro Bonucci now of AC Milan is also included including former Barcelona star Neymar now of PSG. Neymar is also nominated. Tottenham's Harry Kane, Chelsea's N'Golo Kante and Eden Hazard are also rewarded for their fine performances throughout the year. Zlatan Ibrahimovic and Arsenal's Alexis Sanchez are also included. Meanwhile FIFA has already already released a 12 man shortlist for the FIFA Men's Coach of the Year award. The current holder of the award is Cristiano Ronaldo. The winner will be announced on October 23 in a ceremony in London.

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Antonio Conte laughs off Diego Costa 'criminal'

Diego says that Chelsea are treating him like a 'criminal' after his outburst with Antonio Conte - The Blues manager has laughed off Costa's 'criminal' comment in his latest press conference - Conte has had a poor start to the season after his team lost to Burnley 3-2 at Stamford Bridge in the EPL opening fixture Chelsea boss Antonio Conte has laughed off Diego Costa's 'criminal' comments in his press conference ahead of his game against Tottenham. Salihumushir.blogspot.com earlier reported that the Spanish striker admitted that the club is treating him like a 'criminal' following his outburst with the club manager. The Blues manager has had a poor start to the season after his team lost to Burnley 3-2 at Stamford Bridge in the Premier League opening fixture. The Stamford Bridge side finished the game with 9 men after Gary Cahill and Cesc Fabregas were shown red card. The former Juventus coach was handed a huge boost as Eden Hazard and Tiemoue Bakayoko could be available in their next Premier League fixture against London rivals Tottenham on Sunday, August 20.

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Mesut Ozil hits town with stunning fiancee Amine Gulse

Mesut Ozil spotted in London going for a traditional Turkish kebab - The Arsenal playmaker took his girlfriend and former Miss Turkey on a date - Arsenal are preparing for their Premier League clash against Stoke City Arsenal playmaker Mesut Ozil went on a date with his fiancee Amine Gulse for some traditional Turkish kebab on Wednesday, August 18. The Sun report that the German went to visit his favourite jaunt called Likya in the heart of London with Gulse who was crowned Miss Turkey in 2014. The pair arrived in Ozil’s silver Mercedes and wore donning ripped jeans as the footballer took time out to enjoy himself. Mesut Ozil with his fiancee Amine Gulse. Ozil and Gulse were secretive about their replationship and they eventually got engaged earlier this year. In the background is Ozil.  Gulse, who has appeared on Turkish television series Asla Vazgecmem, does modelling in her spare time and has racked up almost one million Instagram followers. The pair were engaged earlier this year after Ozil proposed. Ozil, yet to sign an extension to his contract that expires next summer, will be preparing himself for Saturday's clash with Stoke City.

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Hazard, Bakayoko set to feature in Chelsea's clash with Tottenham

Eden Hazard could make his Chelsea return in their clash with Tottenham at Wembley - The Belgian has been out since he suffered from injury while on international duty in June - Also, Tiemoue Bakayoko could make his debut after making a £30million move to the club Chelsea have been handed a huge boost as Eden Hazard could feature in their next Premier League clash against London rivals Tottenham on Sunday, August 20. The Belgian forward recently returned to first team training since June after being out due to injury sustained while on international duty. New signing Tiemoue Bakayoko could make his debut for the Blues against Spurs at Wembley on Sunday. Hazard celebrating after scoring a goal for Chelsea. The French midfielder has not played a single for Chelsea since making a £30million move to the club earlier in the summer. Hazard was involved in Chelsea's secret match against QPR as he played his first game since he returned from injury. The 26-year-old played only 45 minutes in the game against the Championship side. Antonio Conte will be looking to record his first league victory against Tottenham after a disappointing start to their Premier League campaign against Burnley.

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Liverpool turn down Barcelona's £114million for Philippe Coutinho

Liverpool have rejected Barcelona's third bid for Phillipe Coutinho - The bid from the Spanish giants is worth around £114million - The La Liga side are desperately in search for Neymar's replacement Liverpool have reportedly rejected Barcelona third bid for Phillipe Coutinho. The Reds playmaker has been heavily linked with a move to La Liga side since the beginning of the summer transfer window. According to reports, the Catalan giants' latest bid for the Brazilian ace is worth around £114million. Philippe Coutinho. The Spanish club are desperately in search of Neymar's replacement following his £198million move to French giants PSG with Coutinho lead the race. Earlier reported that Coutinho handed Liverpool a transfer request but the English club are reluctant to sell the Brazilian midfielder. Sources revealed that Brazilian does not have a release clause which is making the deal hard for the Cop Del Rey champions.

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Conte lacks charisma - Costa blasts Chelsea manager

Costa is currently AWOL in native country Brazil - He reveals his relationship with former boss Mourinho is cordial - The Chelsea striker reveals that he is currently facing multiple fines as he remains in Brazil Out of favour Chelsea striker Diego Costa who is currently in his native country Brazil has referred to his manager Conte as “cold towards players” and also “lacks charisma needed by a top manager”. Costa is currently in his family home after being told by Antonio Conte that he doesn’t want him anywhere near the first team. The 28-year-old while sharing his side of the story to Daily Mail over his summer of controversy explained that his club had been treating him like a ‘criminal’ and he would be willing to spend a year in Brazil to avoid going back to Stamford Bridge. Diego Costa, Anthonio Conte photo: The SUN He is also racking up weekly fines but is not worried about the money. READ ALSO: Chelsea want the signing of Arsenal star Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain this summer He said: “They gave me a week extra off but since then it’s fines all the way. They want me training with the reserves. I am not going to do that. I am not a criminal and I am not in the wrong here. So, if they need to fine me, let them fine me. “I take the hit every week but I’m not driven by money. The important thing is to be happy with how I live. I’m here with my parents and people who respect me. “I am open to being a year in Brazil without playing, even if Chelsea fine me for a year and don’t pay me. I’ll come back stronger. If I was in the wrong, I’d go back now and do as they say.” Costa's relationship with Conte rapidly deteriorated late last season and he claims the Italian is "very distant" and "doesn't possess charisma". However Costa maintained that his thoughts towards former gaffer Jose Mourinho is cordial as he keeps in touch with the Manchester United manager. He added: "I respect him (Antonio Conte) as a great coach. He has done a good job and I can see that, but as a person, no. He is not a coach who is very close with his players. He is very distant. He doesn't possess charisma. "Jose has called me, direct to my phone, just to check I am OK and to see how I am. "He wished me good luck. I never had any problems with Jose, we have a strong relationship. Everyone was very sad when things didn't work out in the end for him at Chelsea."

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