Diego Costa: Chelsea rebel mobbed by fans after arriving for Atletico Madrid medical

DIEGO COSTA was given a hero's welcome in Madrid ahead of his Chelsea departure.

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Chelsea rebel Diego Costa is finally set for a move to Atletico Madrid after arriving in the Spanish capital for his medical with the club.

The 28-year-old striker was mobbed by fans and journalists as he attempted to exit the airport.

But despite the chaos, Costa beamed as he spoke to the media and greeted fans who had gathered to welcome the return of their hero.

Official confirmation of Costa's departure from Chelsea is expected imminently.

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