Diego Costa

The 69-year-old Dutchman has come out in support of the controversial Spanish striker.

Colombia international joins Chinese Super League side for €35m fee on four-year deal.

The Championship side beat Manchester United in the Capital One Cup last season.

Diego Costa has scored six goals in six appearances in all competitions for Chelsea.

The 27-year-old Spain international scored the winning goal in the Blues' victory against Arsenal.

The 27-year-old star has come in for more criticism following the Blues' win at the Emirates.

The Blues are moving fast to cover for the disastrous signing of Radamel Falcao in the summer.

The Gunners missed the chance to go top of the Premier League after a 1-0 defeat to Chelsea.

The Blues are 14 points behind Tottenham after a 1-0 win at the Emirates Stadium.

Arsenal play Chelsea at the Emirates after two difficult games away from home.

Chelsea are unbeaten in their last eight Premier League games against the Gunners.

But the Dutch boss is unsure whether the Belgium star could play the full 90 minutes.

Chelsea may be reluctant to negotiate any departure in the January window, however.

The 37-year-old midfielder has given his thoughts on his former manager's dismissal.

Alexandre Pato has been offered a three-year deal by the reigning Premier League champions.

The Spanish striker is reportedly ready to leave Stamford Bridge this summer.

Belgian international is goalless in 19 games this season after being Chelsea's key player last year.

Loic Remy is the only fit striker at Chelsea, with Diego Costa and Radamel Falcao both recovering from injuries.

The Chelsea captain scored a controversial 98th minute equaliser to earn the Blues a point against Everton.

Premier League clubs charged with 'failing to ensure their players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion'.

Guus Hiddink has defended hot-headed striker Diego Costa after rant against West Brom.

Spanish striker continually confronted referee Anthony Taylor before punching hole in tunnel wall.

The Belgian has hit out at the behaviour of the Baggies players at Stamford Bridge.

The Dutchman has hinted he is keen to add to his attacking options at Stamford Bridge.

Chelsea will also have Diego Costa back for Baggies clash.

The 21-year-old defender thinks the incident should be seen in a positive light.

Costa and Oscar were replaced during win over Scunthorpe, while Matic missed the game.

The Dutch coach promises to given youth players more opportunities.

The manager also played down a training 'bull threat' incident between Oscar and Diego Costa.

Reports had suggested the duo had to be separated by teammates after exchanging two reckless challenges.