Douglas Costa to Man Utd: Bayern Munich star could consider transfer if this happens
DOUGLAS COSTA may reportedly consider a move to Manchester United if they secure Champions League football next season.
Posted Wednesday, May 24, 2017 by Express.co.uk
Costa, 26, has started just 14 Bundesliga games under Carlo Ancelotti this term and has grown frustrated at his lack of regular game time.
He has played second fiddle to Arjen Robben, Franck Ribery and Kingsley Coman - being used in a rotation system by the Italian boss.
Manchester United have been linked with a move for the Brazil international with Jose Mourinho keen to bolster his ranks this summer.
German magazine Kicker claimed Bayern are ready to sell Costa and Renato Sanches, which will put United on red alert.
But Italian outlet Tutto Sport have offered a fresh update on the situation of Costa.
It is suggested Costa will make his mind up about potentially moving to Old Trafford if Manchester United secure Champions League football.
United failed to finish in the top four to guarantee a spot in Europe's elite competition.
But Mourinho's side can secure Champions League football for next season if they beat Ajax in the Europa League final tomorrow (7.45pm).
The outcome of this game will apparently hinge on Costa's potential move to United.
Douglas Costa will consider a move to Manchester United if they secure Champions League football
However, Tutto Sport claim United are not alone in the race to sign Costa with Juventus also interested in securing his signature.
Costa made it clear that he was not happy at Bayern earlier this season.
"I don't completely feel happy here, but we will soon find a solution. Whether I stay it depends on a few factors," Costa said.
"Main factor is minutes played. Being a core player is a crucial difference in my career.
"England is one of the biggest leagues in the world - fantastic."
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