Antonio Conte makes Costa U-turn?

Chelsea boss Antonio Conte has insisted that Diego Costa was left out of the Leicester City game due to a back injury rather than a training dispute.

Recent speculation suggested that the Spain international could be eyeing a move to the Chinese Super League after he had a bust-up in training with both the manager and fitness coach.

However, following the 3-0 win at the King Power Stadium, Conte claimed that the story was made up by the media, and there are no such issues with the player.

Meanwhile, Marcos Alonso, who netted a brace on the day, also confirmed that the player is out with a back problem, and all is fine with regards to the striker's situation.

Costa, who was eyeing a possible return to Atletico Madrid in the summer, has netted 14 goals in the Premier League this season, on level with Arsenal's Alexis Sanchez.