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Douglas Costa joins Juventus exodus during period of coronavirus isolation in Italy

Douglas Costa is the latest Juventus player to have been freed from coronarvirus isolation, with the Brazilian forward allowed to head home.

Family reasons have been cited for the 29-year-old being granted permission to return to his native South America.

The reigning Serie A champions have been in quarantine since Daniele Rugani became the first high-profile footballer to test positive for Covid-19.

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With competitive football shut down around the world, the Bianconeri are yet to return to training.

That has allowed star names to head out of the country despite restrictions on movement being in place.