There are reports that former Chelsea striker Diego Costa is on the verge of joining Benfica after the Portuguese giants offered him a £2.6million bonus.

The hot-headed striker has been without a club since having his deal with Atletico Madrid terminated in December.

Costa, 32, had been heavily linked with a move back to Brazil with both Palmeiras and Sao Paulo.

He was also touted for a lucrative deal to play in Saudi Arabia while being rumoured for a switch back to the Premier League with Wolves and West Ham.

Now Goal write how Costa’s future could be resolved with the Portuguese giants. They add how Benfica will entice him with a two-year, £50,000-a-week contract starting at the beginning of next season.

A £2.6m transfer bonus is also on the table and it appears Costa is looking increasingly likely to put pen-to-paper.