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Chelsea star Diego Costa opens the door to a surprise move to Ligue 1 next summer

Spain international has added more fuel to the fire regarding his future as he may leave Stamford Bridge in the summer

Chelsea are ready to sell Diego Costa for a huge transfer fee next summer

DIEGO COSTA has refused to rule out a move to Ligue 1 as his future at Chelsea is STILL hanging in the balance.

Speaking to Telefoot, the Blues' rampant forward, who has helped fire Antonio Conte's squad to the top of the Premier League, has kept the door open to a move to France.

 Diego Costa has left the door open to a surprise move to Ligue 1
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Diego Costa has left the door open to a surprise move to Ligue 1Credit: Reuters

The Spain international has already been heavily linked with a move to China, following a training ground bust up.


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The 28-year-old said: “It's true that Marseille has a great project and is growing up.

“I'm very happy with Chelsea, but in football everything can happen, and if we have to change, France is a place where I've never been to I never played, so why not?

“Everyone knows that [PSG] is a respected team in Europe. Monaco also has a great project and great players.”

 Diego Costa has led the line this season as Chelsea are top of the Premier League
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Diego Costa has led the line this season as Chelsea are top of the Premier LeagueCredit: Rex Features
 Diego Costa has been linked with leaving Stamford Bridge this summer
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Diego Costa has been linked with leaving Stamford Bridge this summerCredit: Getty Images

Costa, who is Brazilian born, is currently on international duty with Spain and scored in their World Cup qualifier over Isreal in a dominant 4-1.

And Julen Lopetegui's side are now preparing for a friendly against France.

Costa, who has scored 22 goals this season, will hope to be in contention to face Crystal Palace in the Blues' next game on April 1.

 Diego Costa celebrated after scoring against Isreal
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Diego Costa celebrated after scoring against IsrealCredit: AP:Associated Press
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