May 14, 2026

This Is Why David Luiz Was Dropped Against Manchester United

By Gbolahan Adeyemi

Brazilian Center back, David Luiz believes his relationship with former Chelsea striker may have cost him his place in the Chelsea team.

The former PSG defender is a close pal of Costa and he admits that could be the reason why he has found himself in Conte’s bad books.

David Luiz believes his friendship with Costa might cost him his Chelsea career.

Diego Costa whose relationship with Conte hit rock bottom after last season was dropped from the Chelsea squad for this season before being sold to former club Atletico Madrid.

The former Benfica man Luiz had a spat with Conte following a dressing down from Conte during a meeting last Thursday, November 2 during which the Italian picked on Luiz for his performance in the recent Champions League defeat to Roma.

Luiz was not even involved in the match-day squad of Manchester United’s visit to Stamford Bridge.

After Chelsea’s victory Conte admitted he is not sure about the defender’s future with the Blues, as it is looking like the relationship is broken beyond repair.

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