Antonio Conte sure Diego Costa can soon end goal slump

Diego Costa has the full support of Chelsea head coach Antonio Conte despite the striker’s intermittent goalscoring record this year.

Costa has 17 Premier League goals this season, but only three in ten games in 2017. A three-game barren run means the 28-year-old is still seeking his 50th Chelsea goal.

“Goals are very important for the forwards,” Conte said. “But I think he knows that, for us, he’s an important player if he is scoring or if he doesn’t score. He must continue with his commitment and then I’m sure he’ll score. He’s playing good football and doing what I want. I’m not concerned about this.