The mystery over Diego Costa’s condition has deepened after reports surfaced that the Chelsea striker was forced to spend time in hospital after returning from international duty with Spain.
Costa is battling with a groin injury, but has also been battling an illness that made in spend time in hospital. Chelsea are yet to specify what the problem is and whether Costa has fully recovered from the ordeal, but it is understood that the player had symptoms similar to a severe stomach bug. The situation clearly explains Jose Mourinho’s anger over the condition of his leading goal scorer on his return last week.
Cista has missed Chelsea’s past two games, against Crystal Palace and Maribor, and Mourinho claims that he does not expect him to be fit to face Manchester United on Sunday. It is understood that the player did not train on Wednesday.
Mourinho reluctantly stated that Costa had aggravated his hamstring problem, but it is believed that the striker’s groin is causing him some discomfort.
Chelsea should find out whether Loic Remy stands any chance of making a trip to Old Trafford after injuring his groin against Maribor. Mourinho claimed Remy would be unlikely to face United, but the Frenchman is of a different opinion.
“We will see with the scan,” Remy said.
“I really hope it is not too bad. Fortunately, I stopped playing because I felt something. My groin. It was before I scored, it was a bit stiff – even my run did not feel very comfortable. If I’m not feeling very good it’s better to leave for another player who is 100 percent.
“Yes it is frustrating because I had a chance to play because Costa is injured, but I am not afraid. I do not think it is really bad. We will check and I really hope to play again this weekend.”