Diego Costa bid farewell to London's "Chelsea" and expressed gratitude for the three years spent in this club. The 28-year-old striker returned to Madrid's "Atletico" in January, and his transfer was finally agreed on Tuesday. According to reports, "mattresses" will pay 60 million euros for the forward. "Some cycles begin while others end," - Costa wrote on Instagram. "My cycle within the ranks of 'Chelsea' began just over three years ago - three amazing years in every way - and I will never forget it. After two championship titles, 'Community Shield,' 120 matches, 59 goals, and 24 assists, this cycle has ended." "Not in the way I would have wanted, far from it, but in the best possible way." "The fans of such an enchanting club, all my teammates, as well as the medical, administrative, and logistic personnel, will forever remain in my thoughts and heart." "I will carry them with me, knowing that I will always be by their side. And I am sure they will understand the reason why this cycle of mine has now ended - because I could not lose faith in myself. 'Chelsea,' thank you for everything!" During the 2014-15 and 2016-17 seasons, Costa scored 20 goals each in the Premier League and led the team to victory twice. However, he failed to find common ground with the new coach Antonio Conte.
