Philippe Coutinho

Barcelona to unveil 160m Coutinho

Barcelona - Muslimchronicle

Philippe Coutinho has been presented as a Barcelona player for the first time. The Catalan giants have agreed a deal reportedly worth up to £142 million with Liverpool to bring the Brazilian playmaker to Camp Nou, after a series of bids failed in August. Coutinho will be formally unveiled on Monday, with a photo shoot on the Camp Nou pitch to be followedRead more

From obscurity to superstar status, Coutinho's rise

London - Muslimchronicle

When Philippe Coutinho joined Liverpool in 2013, the Brazil forward was so lightly regarded that his signing was overshadowed by the arrival of Daniel Sturridge at Anfield earlier that month. But five years later, Coutinho has become such a formidable force that his departure is being mourned by Liverpool fans around the world after Barcelona signed the Reds star onRead more

Coutinho misses Liverpool trip as Barcelona talk grows

Barcelona - Muslimchronicle

Philippe Coutinho finally got his wish on Saturday when Barcelonaagreed to sign the Brazilian star from Liverpool for 160 million euros ($192 million) in the third richest deal of all time. The swoop for the 25-year-old attacking midfielder -- which contains a 400 million euro release clause -- will be the third biggest deal in football. Last year, ParisRead more

Injured Coutinho, Salah miss Liverpool's Burnley clash

Burnley - Muslimchronicle

Liverpool stars Philippe Coutinho and Mohamed Salah were missing from the starting line-up as the Reds travelled to Burnley for Monday's Premier League clash. Brazil forward Coutinho wasn't risked after picking up a thigh injury, while Egypt winger Salah has suffered a groin problem. Both injuries are believed to be minor and the in-form pair are expected to have a chance of playingRead more

Nike advertise Coutinho Barcelona shirt

Paris - Muslimchronicle

An apparent gaffe by Nike has fired speculation that Philippe Coutinho could leave Liverpool for Barcelona in the January transfer window. The sportswear giant, who manufacture Barcelona's kit, advertised a Barca shirt on their website with the Brazilian midfielder's name on it. Related Searches Coutinho BarcelonaBarcelona HotelsBarcelona DeportivoPaulinho Barcelona Headlined "Where the magic happens", the page, which has since beenRead more

Both Philippe Coutinho and Liverpool may not get what they want in Barcelona transfer saga

LONDON - Muslimchronicle

It was one of those uncomfortable post-game moments when a footballer is asked an awkward question before a live television audience. Philippe Coutinho’s eyes turned toward the floor, his head beginning to shake in response to a query as to how “desperate” he was to “stay a part of this Liverpool team … at least until the end of theRead more

Coutinho scores as Liverpool held in Moscow

Moscow - Muslimchronicle

Asparkling Philippe Coutinho goal was not enough to earn Liverpool victory as they were held to a 1-1 draw by Spartak Moscow in the Champions League on Tuesday.Coutinho cancelled out Fernando's free-kick in the 31st minute, but Liverpool's quest for a winner came to nothing, leaving them still without a win after two games in Group E. LiverpoolRead more

Coutinho scorcher gets Liverpool back on track

Leicester - Muslimchronicle

Philippe Coutinho marked his first Premier League start of the season with a superb goal as Liverpool returned to winning ways by edging Leicester City 3-2 on Saturday. Coutinho submitted a transfer request on the eve of the season, only for Liverpool to block his move to Barcelona, and he began the atonement process with a glorious 23rd-minute free-kick. FurtherRead more

Signs new 'long-term' Liverpool deal

London - Arab Today

Brazilian playmaker Philippe Coutinho has committed his future to Liverpool by signing a new "long-term" contract, the Premier League giants announced on Wednesday. Liverpool did not reveal details of the deal, but reports suggest Coutinho has signed a five-year contract worth between £150,000 ($188,800, 175,650 euros) and £200,000 per week. Coutinho, 24, joined Liverpool from Inter Milan in a £8.5Read more

Klopp targets more luck with injuries as the Reds prepare to face Stoke City

Liverpool - ArabToday

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp believes a little more luck on the injury front is all that is separating his team from Premier League leaders Chelsea as the Reds prepare to face Stoke City on Tuesday. The Anfield club spent Christmas in second place in the Premier League table but trailed Chelsea by six points as they struggle to stay inRead more