Chelsea boss Conte considers strike pairing

Chelsea boss Antonio Conte has hinted Diego Costa and Michy Batshuayi could start alongside each other up front after their match-winning combination at Watford.

Batshuayi came on and scored the equaliser after Conte had switched to a 4-2-4 system, which saw the Belgian play up front with Costa, flanked by Eden Hazard and Victor Moses.

Costa then scored the winner after latching on to a pass from another substitute, Cesc Fabregas.

“Costa is for us an important player. During the game I can see both the positive things and negative things (said about Costa),” said Conte,

“But it’s not only about Diego. Batshuayi is a young player with a great potential. He can improve a lot.

“They can play together, not only during the game but also from the start.”

Conte has also confirmed he is keen to sign a defender before the transfer window closes.