Chinese Super League club Tianjin Quanjin have stated that they have not been in deliberation with Chelsea over a move for Diego Costa.

Blues fans will rejoice after the move - which has been rumoured to be on the cards since January - was shut down by Tianjin as the club tries to prevent 'overpriced signings'.

The statement on the club's website read: "For the past six months, our club have not involved in any form of communication and negotiation with Diego Costa nor his representatives.

"Our club will draw up a rational transfer plan as an aim to improve the spectator experience of the Chinese Super League and meet its sustainability demands.

"We won't take part in any unhealthy competition, thus preventing all overpriced signings."