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Bayern Munich decline permanent deal for Juventus loanee Douglas Costa

Bayern Munich will not extend Douglas Costa's return to the club beyond the end of the current season following a disappointing second spell at the Bavarian giants for the Juventus loanee.

The Brazilian, who rejoined the Bundesliga outfit on a season-long deal from the Bianconeri, has struggled to impress under Hansi Flick and has remained a peripheral figure at Allianz Arena.

The decision to not seek a renewal or permanent move means Andrea Pirlo's team will now look for new suitors to take the 30-year-old, who is out of favour with the Serie A giants.

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