Bayern Munich star Douglas Costa has praised Pep Guardiola as a "genius" but has no intention of leaving the club when the coach exits at the end of the season.

Douglas Costa, 25, has enjoyed a successful start to life at Bayern following his summer move from Shakhtar Donetsk, and he was this week named the Bundesliga's best outfield player in kicker's prestigious player poll.

He has recorded 12 assists -- more than any other player in the league -- and scored two goals.

The Brazil international said last month that he opted to join Bayern over Chelsea because he wanted to play under Guardiola, and he told Sport Bild on Wednesday: "It's true, I joined Bayern because of Pep.

"The first six months with him have been outstanding; the next sixth months will certainly be outstanding too. I have learned a lot from Pep."