Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp had heaps of praise for Chelsea striker Diego Costa ahead of their high-profile clash against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge this Friday night.
The Spaniard is in fine form going into the clash and is going to be the most attacking threat for Jurgen Klopp men in the clash. Costa have scored a brace at Liberty Stadium last week including an goal from overhead kick which earned a crucial point for the Blues in the 2-2 draw with Swansea City.
Diego Costa has so far scored four goals from the four Premier League games as he is proving to be tough for the opponent defenders with his playing style. The 27-year old is looking to have hit his form under new manager Antonio Conte and is expected to start against Liverpool.
When asked about Diego Costa, Jurgen Klopp said that the Spanish striker is hated across the country because he is world-class.
“World Class,” Klopp said when asked about his opinion on Costa.
“If other supporters love you it’s not a good sign. He is a real warrior on the pitch. He uses his body all the time – that is his quality – and he was nearly unstoppable against Swansea. He could have been the man of the match. He is strong, no doubt,” he added.
“Games against Chelsea are a special thing and always will be in the Premier League. They are a good side. I saw the 90 minutes versus Swansea and they could have won that game. They are a physically strong side. They are the champion of two years ago.
“Last season was not a Chelsea season but now they are back on track so we must be ready for a real challenge. They attack well and defend strong, but we are quite confident we can do something there.”
Diego Costa would be posing the highest threat to Liverpool defense on Friday given the form he is in but the Reds would be keen to hold him causing any trouble. While the Blues would be backing Costa to continue his form to clinch three important points as they look for Premier League title this season under new manager Conte.