Costa signs for 1860
Thursday, February 28, 2002
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TSV 1860 München have announced the signing of Brazilian defender Rodrigo Costa from FC Santos.
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Bundesliga club TSV 1860 München have announced the signing of Brazilian defender Rodrigo Costa from FC Santos following an impressive ten-day trial at the club.
Free transfer
The 26-year-old will move on a free transfer to Munich and has signed a contract that will keep him at 1860 until 2003, with an option of a further two years.
First Brazilian
Costa, the first Brazilian to play at 1860, said: "This weekend, my wife will arrive over here and we will move into a flat in Munich soon. I will also start learning German."
Contract extended
Meanwhile, 1860 substitute goalkeeper Michael Hofmann has extended his contract with the club until 2005.
