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Was it him? Man Utd claim mistaken identity for Douglas Costa reports

Manchester United have played down reports of Douglas Costa visiting Old Trafford.

talkSPORT says United transfer target Douglas Costa was NOT at Old Trafford on Saturday - contrary to reports he was invited to their 1-0 win over Bolton by Sir Alex Ferguson.

Ferguson has a long standing interest in Costa after initially becoming aware of his talent during his time at Gremio.

United sources say the reports were a case of mistaken identity.

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