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.