Barcelona News: Liverpool star Coutinho makes PSG transfer decision after Neymar chat

LIVERPOOL star Philippe Coutinho would reportedly prefer to join Barcelona despite Neymar’s best efforts to convince his compatriot to move to Paris Saint-Germain.

Barcelona tried to sign Coutinho from Liverpool over the summer, but were unable to get a deal for the 25-year-old over the line.
The Brazil international was known to harbour a desire to quit Anfield for the Nou Camp, yet manager Jurgen Klopp was reluctant to grant him his wish.
In the time since, PSG have emerged as a potential suitors with the Ligue 1 giants determined to secure his signature when the transfer window reopens at the end of the season.
But Catalan-based newspaper Sport say that Philippe Coutinho would prefer a move to Barcelona, despite Neymar doing his utmost to persuade his countryman to move to the Parc des Princes.
It is said PSG think Barcelona will try again for the playmaker in the New Year.
Neymar and Coutinho are known to be close friends and the former Barcelona star has huge sway on how things go over in Paris.
But Sported say Coutinho still is prioritising a move to Barcelona.
Ernesto Valverde’s side supposedly feel he can be a key player in the future.
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Barcelona News: Philippe Coutinho has made a decision on a move to PSG
His versatility makes him a coveted asset, with the former Inter Milan star capable of playing in the middle of the park or out of the wing.
Meanwhile, Spanish football expert Guilmem Balague thinks that, though Barcelona remain keen, the La Liga giants could try to sign Antoine Griezmann instead.
“We do know Philippe Coutinho wanted to go to Barcelona and there was a plan for him to do so,” Balague said.
“I don’t see Liverpool getting rid of Coutinho in January at all. The summer is a completely different story. 
It’s quite clear that Barcelona do feel they need a strong midfielder in the Verratti mould, and a strong player like Coutinho. 
“Remember though, it may not be Coutinho. 
“They have money as well to get Griezmann, which is another target for next season.”
Coutinho is set to feature for Liverpool when they face Manchester United this afternoon (12.30pm). 
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