Costa takes to Instagram to address Chelsea fans on his departure
Diego Costa has gone on Instagram to speak to Chelsea fans after completing his return to La Liga side Atletico Madrid after a controversial end to his time at Stamford Bridge.
The Spain international said his exit had not happened as he would have wished.
"Some cycles begin while others end. My cycle at Chelsea began three years ago – three remarkable years in all aspects – and I will never forget it. Two championship titles, a Community Shield, 120 matches, 59 goals and 24 assists later this cycle has ended. Not the way I would have wanted – far from it – but the best way possible. The wonderful fans of such equally admirable club and all team mates, as well as all clinical, administrative and logistics staff will remain forever in my mind and in my heart. Will bring them with me with the certainty that I will always be by their side as well, and I'm sure they will understand the reason why this cycle of mine has now ended – because I could not lose faith in myself. Thank you Chelsea for everything!"
