Manchester united to sign Douglas Costa?

Douglas Costa is a Manchester United transfer target as they plan their post-Jose Mourinho rebuild. The Juventus winger has had to play second fiddle since the signing of Cristiano Ronaldo and is said to be available for €40m (£36.12m). (Sport Bild)

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