Diego Costa: Chelsea's costly error

#7 December 3rd, 2016, Manchester City 1 - 3 Chelsea

Costa was able to brush aside Otamendi for the goal

This was one of the most important fixtures for Chelsea and a difficult game was expected to take place at the Etihad Stadium and while City did claim the lead, Chelsea hit back with courtesy of some brilliant combination play between Fabregas and Costa.

Fabregas picked up the ball from the halfway line and played the ball over to Costa, who brilliantly controlled the ball with his chest and fended off Otamendi's tackle with his upper body strength and slotted the ball past Claudio Bravo.

This particular goal was a perfect example of Costa at his best; showcasing his best abilities - the ability to make a good run, good ball control, brute strength to hold the ball and the awareness and composure to finish from tight spaces.

The match ended 1-3 in Chelsea's favour.

While it may be too early to judge Morata, he certainly has an uphill climb ahead of him if he is to replace Costa.

What do you think? Can they be compared at the moment? Is it too soon or is the verdict in?