Diego Costa may be one of the most feared strikers in the Premier League u2012 but it appears there's a softer side to the Chelsea striker, too.
The Brazilian-born Spain international has earned a reputation as somewhat of an old fashioned combative striker, causing defenders problems with his physicality.
But it seems there's another side to Costa, with the 28-year-old recently taking time out of his match preparations to enjoy some down-time with his pet dog Bella.
Costa, the former Atletico Madrid star, showed his softer side as he played with his pet dog at his home swimming pool.