Barcelona are believed to be ready to take a huge hit on attacking midfielder Philippe Coutinho this summer.
Signed from Liverpool for an eye-watering £142million in 2018 (The Guardian), the 29-year-old has endured an underwhelming stay in Catalunia.
Despite arriving as one of the world’s best, Coutinho was loaned to Bayern Munich after a disappointing start to life at the Camp Nou.
Now the Brazilian attacking midfielder is reportedly being made available for just £20million this summer according to Football Espana, as cited by Anfield Watch on Twitter.
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Since signing for Barca, the ace described as having ‘magical powers’ by Roberto Firmino, has played 90 times for the club.
Coutinho made just 14 appearances in all competitions last term during an injury-hit campaign, scoring three goals and registering another two assists.
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Much maligned by many Kopites, any return for the 63-cap Brazil star would likely polarise amongst the fanbase.
On a pure ability level, there is no doubt Coutinho still has plenty to offer Jurgen Klopp’s squad and would fulfil a role untouched since his departure – the number 10 position.
Currently struck by a long term knee injury any move would have to be tempered for the meantime, but could still manifest during the summer window.
Valued at £27million (Transfermarkt), at the right price and without needing to be heavily reliant on the Brazilian, Liverpool could still land themselves a top performer at a bargain price.
