A shocked Wolves supporter reacted hilariously to the revelation that Diego Costa seems set to affix the membership.
The previous Chelsea striker, 33, arrived at Wanderers’ coaching floor on Thursday to bear a medical forward of a shock free switch.
However one Wolves fan was completely unaware the deal was within the works when he was interviewed on TV.
Talking on Sky Sports activities after being instructed concerning the imminent switch, he mentioned: “Who, Diego Costa? He ain’t come right here, has he?”
When instructed the striker was at present present process his medical, the flabbergasted fan added: “I wasn’t conscious. I noticed one thing on Fb however I assumed it was faux information.
“That is completely sensible information. I assumed the switch window was over.”
Costa has been a free agent since having his contract terminated by Brazilian facet Atletico Mineiro in January.
And that’s the reason Wolves can signal him outdoors of the switch window – which shut final week – as he isn’t affiliated with one other membership.
The deal comes after his work allow was initially rejected – a choice which was appealed by the English membership.
Costa has not performed within the Premier League since he left Chelsea in 2017.
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Throughout his three seasons with the Blues, the ex-Spain worldwide scored a totally spectacular 59 objectives in 120 appearances.
The strong ahead additionally received the Premier League twice – below Jose Mourinho and Antonio Conte – and claimed a League Cup winner’s medal.
He then re-joined Atletico Madrid for a second spell the place he received the LaLiga title in 2021 – albeit whereas taking part in a bit-part function.
Leaving Diego Simeone’s facet final 12 months, he joined South American outfit Mineiro and netted 5 instances in 19 video games earlier than having his contract ripped up.
He has not performed a aggressive match since December.