As expected, Juventus have formally activated the €40m purchase clause from Bayern Munich and now own Douglas Costa outright.
The Brazilian had arrived on loan a year ago at a cost of €6m with option to buy for a further €40m.
There was never really any doubt that the Bianconeri would take it up, especially after the 27-year-old attracted massive offers from Manchester United.
Douglas Costa contributed six goals and 14 assists in 47 competitive games for Juventus, helping them to win the Scudetto and Coppa Italia.
As expected, Juventus have formally activated the €40m purchase clause from Bayern Munich and now own Douglas Costa outright.
The Brazilian had arrived on loan a year ago at a cost of €6m with option to buy for a further €40m.
There was never really any doubt that the Bianconeri would take it up, especially after the 27-year-old attracted massive offers from Manchester United.
Douglas Costa contributed six goals and 14 assists in 47 competitive games for Juventus, helping them to win the Scudetto and Coppa Italia.
“Juventus Football Club S.p.A. has exercised the option right for the definitive acquisition of the registration rights of the player Douglas Costa de Souza from FC Bayern Munchen AG for a consideration of €40 million to be paid in two financial years.
“The consideration may increase of €1 million on achieving given conditions in the course of the duration of the contract.
“Juventus and the player signed a contract of employment until 30 June 2022.”