Spanish Professional Football Club, Atletico de Madrid has announced that it has terminated its contract with Spain Striker, Diego Costa, allowing the footballer to exit as a free agent. This was disclosed on Tuesday in a statement on the Club’s official website. “Atletico de Madrid and Diego Costa have reached an agreement for the termination of the striker’s contract, which was to end on June 30, 2021,” the statement said. “The striker asked to leave the club for personal reasons a few days ago and on Tuesday signed the termination of his contract. The club thanks Diego Costa for his dedication during these years and wishes him well in the next stage of his professional career.”

Costa, 32, has had a tough run since his return to the club from Chelsea in 2018 especially with limited appearances due to injuries.


However, the striker has been linked with moves to some English clubs.