Tag: Philippe Coutinho

Barcelona's Brazilian midfielder Philippe Coutinho warms up before the Spanish league football match between FC Barcelona and Elche CF at the Camp Nou stadium in Barcelona on December 18, 2021. (Photo by Pau BARRENA / AFP) (Photo by PAU BARRENA/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal Coutinho links finally end with Aston Villa transfer

Arsenal fans can rest easy today as the links with Philippe Coutinho are finally set to end with the player signing for former teammate, Steven Gerrard, and Aston Villa.
Barcelona's Brazilian midfielder Philippe Coutinho warms up before the Spanish league football match between FC Barcelona and Elche CF at the Camp Nou stadium in Barcelona on December 18, 2021. (Photo by Pau BARRENA / AFP) (Photo by PAU BARRENA/AFP via Getty Images)

Barcelona offer Arsenal assurances over Philippe Coutinho transfer

Barcelona have reportedly offered Arsenal 'assurances' that they will help seal a move to the Emirates for Philippe Coutinho, whom the club have been chasing for a while.
Barcelona's Brazilian midfielder Philippe Coutinho arrives for a friendly football match between FC Barcelona and Girona at the Johan Cruyff stadium in Sant Joan Despi near Barcelona on September 16, 2020. (Photo by Josep LAGO / AFP) (Photo by JOSEP LAGO/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal and Tottenham open to signing Philippe Coutinho, Barcelona could pay half his wages

Arsenal and Tottenham are once again being linked with Philippe Coutinho who could be on the move in January.
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang during the Mind Series match at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, London. Copyright: Mark Pain

Barcelona aren’t looking to sign Aubameyang despite offer

Barcelona aren't looking to sign Arsenal striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang this summer, despite reports he's been offered to the club.
Barcelona's Brazilian midfielder Philippe Coutinho arrives for a friendly football match between FC Barcelona and Girona at the Johan Cruyff stadium in Sant Joan Despi near Barcelona on September 16, 2020. (Photo by Josep LAGO / AFP) (Photo by JOSEP LAGO/AFP via Getty Images)

Philippe Coutinho to join Everton for £35m as Arsenal miss out

Arsenal may have been linked, again, with a move for Philippe Coutinho but the former Liverpool man is set to sign for Carlo Ancelotti at Everton
BARCELONA, SPAIN - SEPTEMBER 16: Philippe Coutinho of FC Barcelona looks on during the during the pre-season friendly match between FC Barcelona and Girona at Estadi Johan Cruyff on September 16, 2020 in Barcelona, Spain. (Photo by David Ramos/Getty Images)

Arsenal were close to Coutinho before Koeman arrived

Barcelona were considering selling Philippe Coutinho this summer and Arsenal were really close at one point, according to Fabrizio Romano.
Barcelona's Brazilian midfielder Philippe Coutinho arrives for a friendly football match between FC Barcelona and Girona at the Johan Cruyff stadium in Sant Joan Despi near Barcelona on September 16, 2020. (Photo by Josep LAGO / AFP) (Photo by JOSEP LAGO/AFP via Getty Images)

Philippe Coutinho to Arsenal is back

After more than a month of radio silence, Philippe Coutinho to Arsenal is back in the 'news' again but is it all that it seems?
MUNICH, GERMANY - FEBRUARY 21: Philippe Coutinho of Bayern Muenchen looks on during the Bundesliga match between FC Bayern Muenchen and SC Paderborn 07 at Allianz Arena on February 21, 2020 in Munich, Germany. (Photo by Sebastian Widmann/Bongarts/Getty Images)

2 clear favourites from 16 players linked with Arsenal

From Houssem Aouar to Wilfried Zaha, Philippe Coutinho and Thomas Partey, Arsenal have been linked with loads of players. Here are 16.
MUNICH, GERMANY - FEBRUARY 21: Philippe Coutinho of Bayern Muenchen looks on during the Bundesliga match between FC Bayern Muenchen and SC Paderborn 07 at Allianz Arena on February 21, 2020 in Munich, Germany. (Photo by Sebastian Widmann/Bongarts/Getty Images)

Arsenal put proposal to Barcelona for Philippe Coutinho

Arsenal are proposing a loan move for Barcelona's Philippe Coutinho with an option to buy at the end of the season, according to a report in Spain.
MUNICH, GERMANY - FEBRUARY 21: Philippe Coutinho of Bayern Muenchen looks on during the Bundesliga match between FC Bayern Muenchen and SC Paderborn 07 at Allianz Arena on February 21, 2020 in Munich, Germany. (Photo by Sebastian Widmann/Bongarts/Getty Images)

Philippe Coutinho Arsenal shirt number: What could it be if he does sign?

Last summer it seemed fanciful that he could join the club but the Barca man could very well become an Arsenal player his summer, so what shirt number could Philippe Coutinho get if he does sign for Arsenal?
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Arsenal ask Barcelona to cover some of Philippe Coutinho’s wages

Arsenal have reportedly asked Barcelona to cover some of Philippe Coutinho's wages as they look to complete a loan deal for the player with an option to buy next summer.
PORTO ALEGRE, BRAZIL - JUNE 27: Philippe Coutinho of Brazil looks on during the Copa America Brazil 2019 quarterfinal match between Brazil and Paraguay at Arena do Gremio on June 27, 2019 in Porto Alegre, Brazil. (Photo by Buda Mendes/Getty Images)

Arsenal deal for Philippe Coutinho no longer fantasy talk

Arsenal are keen on the signing of Philippe Coutinho this summer, likely on a one-year loan deal from Barcelona, according to reports.
MUNICH, GERMANY - FEBRUARY 05: Philippe Coutinho of FC Bayern Muenchen looks on during the DFB Cup round of sixteen match between FC Bayern Muenchen and TSG 1899 Hoffenheim at Allianz Arena on February 05, 2020, in Munich, Germany. (Photo by Alexander Hassenstein/Bongarts/Getty Images)

Arsenal presented with Coutinho-Guendouzi swap deal

A swap deal between Arsenal and Barcelona involving Philippe Coutinho and Matteo Guendouzi is on the table, according to a report.
MUNICH, GERMANY - FEBRUARY 05: Philippe Coutinho of FC Bayern Muenchen looks on during the DFB Cup round of sixteen match between FC Bayern Muenchen and TSG 1899 Hoffenheim at Allianz Arena on February 05, 2020, in Munich, Germany. (Photo by Alexander Hassenstein/Bongarts/Getty Images)

Arsenal best placed for a summer move for Coutinho

Arsenal are in the best position of all the teams chasing a summer move for FC Barcelona midfielder Philippe Coutinho, according to reports in Spain.
Bayern Munich's striker Thomas Mueller (R) and on-loan Bayern Munich midfielder Philippe Coutinho (L). Photo during the Bundesliga match between FC Bayern Munich and FC Augsburg, on March 8, 2020. (Photo by Christof STACHE / AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal in for Coutinho but will struggle to afford him

Arsenal are one of the clubs showing the most interest in a summer move for Philippe Coutinho, but they'll struggle to afford his wages.
Arsenal's Gabonese striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang is seen during the English Premier League football match between Wolverhampton Wanderers and Arsenal at the Molineux stadium in Wolverhampton, central England on July 4, 2020. (Photo by Catherine Ivill / POOL / AFP)

Romano provides updates on Arsenal transfer situation

Fabrizio Romano provided a few Arsenal transfer updates on social media in the early hours of Monday morning, as the end of the season edges closer.
MUNICH, GERMANY - FEBRUARY 05: Philippe Coutinho of FC Bayern Muenchen looks on during the DFB Cup round of sixteen match between FC Bayern Muenchen and TSG 1899 Hoffenheim at Allianz Arena on February 05, 2020, in Munich, Germany. (Photo by Alexander Hassenstein/Bongarts/Getty Images)

Barcelona offer Coutinho in swap deal for Guendouzi

FC Barcelona are offering Philippe Coutinho in a swap deal for Matteo Guendouzi, with both club hierarchies seemingly keen on the idea.
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Kia Joorabchian negotiating deal with Arsenal for Philippe Coutinho

According to Sport in Spain, Philippe Coutinho's agent and Arsenal's new best friend, Kia Joorabchian, is in negotiations with the club over a loan move for the former Liverpool man.
Bayern Munich's striker Thomas Mueller (R) and on-loan Bayern Munich midfielder Philippe Coutinho (L). Photo during the Bundesliga match between FC Bayern Munich and FC Augsburg, on March 8, 2020. (Photo by Christof STACHE / AFP via Getty Images)

Coutinho wants PL move: Arsenal interested in loan

Philippe Coutinho wants to return to England and Arsenal are one of the teams with a concrete interest in a summer loan move, according to reports.
Bayern Munich's striker Thomas Mueller (R) and on-loan Bayern Munich midfielder Philippe Coutinho (L). Photo during the Bundesliga match between FC Bayern Munich and FC Augsburg, on March 8, 2020. (Photo by Christof STACHE / AFP via Getty Images)

Doubt cast on Coutinho-to-Arsenal over club finances

Even though it's easy to see the connection between Philippe Coutinho and Arsenal, as well as why both sides would want a deal, it's not going to be so simple to get it done.
MUNICH, GERMANY - FEBRUARY 05: Philippe Coutinho of FC Bayern Muenchen looks on during the DFB Cup round of sixteen match between FC Bayern Muenchen and TSG 1899 Hoffenheim at Allianz Arena on February 05, 2020, in Munich, Germany. (Photo by Alexander Hassenstein/Bongarts/Getty Images)

Arsenal in contact with Coutinho’s entourage over loan

Arsenal are already in contact with Philippe Coutinho's entourage, with Mikel Arteta hoping to sign the player on loan for next season.
PORTO ALEGRE, BRAZIL - JUNE 27: Philippe Coutinho of Brazil looks on during the Copa America Brazil 2019 quarterfinal match between Brazil and Paraguay at Arena do Gremio on June 27, 2019 in Porto Alegre, Brazil. (Photo by Buda Mendes/Getty Images)

Sanllehi planning talks with Coutinho agent over transfer

Arsenal are planning talks between Raul Sanllehi and Kia Joorabchian in the coming days over the potential transfer of Philippe Coutinho, according to reports.
Brazil's Philippe Coutinho gestures after tying with Paraguay 0-0 and going the the penalty shoot-out during their Copa America football tournament quarter-final match at the Gremio Arena in Porto Alegre, Brazil, on June 27, 2019. (Photo by Luis ACOSTA / AFP)

Arsenal want former Liverpool star after Bayern Munich rejection

Arsenal are reportedly back on the track of Philippe Coutinho after Bayern Munich confirmed they would not activate his purchase clause that stands at €120m. 
MUNICH, GERMANY - FEBRUARY 05: Philippe Coutinho of FC Bayern Muenchen looks on during the DFB Cup round of sixteen match between FC Bayern Muenchen and TSG 1899 Hoffenheim at Allianz Arena on February 05, 2020, in Munich, Germany. (Photo by Alexander Hassenstein/Bongarts/Getty Images)

Bayern won’t activate Coutinho purchase clause

Bayern Munich bosses have confirmed they didn't activate their purchase option for Philippe Coutinho, leaving him open to a summer transfer from Barcelona.
BARCELONA, SPAIN - APRIL 07: Ousmane Dembele of FC Barcelona looks on during the La Liga match between Barcelona and Leganes at Camp Nou on April 7, 2018 in Barcelona, Spain. (Photo by Alex Caparros/Getty Images)

Barcelona make 9 players available incl. Arsenal targets

Barcelona are putting nine players on their transfer list for loans or permanent moves, including a few Arsenal targets past and present.
Bayern Munich's striker Thomas Mueller (R) and on-loan Bayern Munich midfielder Philippe Coutinho (L). Photo during the Bundesliga match between FC Bayern Munich and FC Augsburg, on March 8, 2020. (Photo by Christof STACHE / AFP via Getty Images)

Coutinho’s agent says his client would love PL comeback

Philippe Coutinho's agent Kia Joorabchian says his client would probably love a return to the Premier League, though the current pandemic makes things difficult.
Arsenal's French striker Alexandre Lacazette celebrates after he scores the opening goal of the UEFA Europa League round of 32 first leg football match between Olympiakos and Arsenal at the Karaiskakis Stadium in Piraeus, near Athens, on February 20, 2020.

Lacazette to Atletico Madrid ‘progressing fairly well’

The Atletico Madrid move to sign Alexandre Lacazette is progressing fairly well, according to reports in France, with Arsenal looking for a replacement.
MUNICH, GERMANY - FEBRUARY 05: Philippe Coutinho of FC Bayern Muenchen looks on during the DFB Cup round of sixteen match between FC Bayern Muenchen and TSG 1899 Hoffenheim at Allianz Arena on February 05, 2020, in Munich, Germany. (Photo by Alexander Hassenstein/Bongarts/Getty Images)

Coutinho move to Arsenal this summer is ‘possible’

FC Barcelona want to sell Philippe Coutinho and a move to Arsenal is possible, among other English clubs, according to reports.
MUNICH, GERMANY - FEBRUARY 05: Philippe Coutinho of FC Bayern Muenchen looks on during the DFB Cup round of sixteen match between FC Bayern Muenchen and TSG 1899 Hoffenheim at Allianz Arena on February 05, 2020, in Munich, Germany. (Photo by Alexander Hassenstein/Bongarts/Getty Images)

Arsenal want Philippe Coutinho on loan next season

Arsenal want to sign Philippe Coutinho on loan for next season, with Bayern Munich unlikely to take up their option to buy him.
PORTO ALEGRE, BRAZIL - JUNE 27: Philippe Coutinho of Brazil looks on during the Copa America Brazil 2019 quarterfinal match between Brazil and Paraguay at Arena do Gremio on June 27, 2019 in Porto Alegre, Brazil. (Photo by Buda Mendes/Getty Images)

L’Equipe: Philippe Coutinho will join Arsenal on loan

According to L'Equipe, Philippe Coutinho will sign for Arsenal on loan as this transfer window looks set to end with a huge bang (or whimper) for Arsenal.
PORTO ALEGRE, BRAZIL - JUNE 27: Philippe Coutinho of Brazil looks on during the Copa America Brazil 2019 quarterfinal match between Brazil and Paraguay at Arena do Gremio on June 27, 2019 in Porto Alegre, Brazil. (Photo by Buda Mendes/Getty Images)

Philippe Coutinho wants Premier League move but Arsenal don’t want him

Philippe Coutinho is open to a move to the Premier League according to Mundo Deportivo, but the only clubs that have shown an interest in him, Liverpool, Manchester United and Chelsea, who are banned from buying players, have yet to make an offer.
PORTO ALEGRE, BRAZIL - JUNE 27: Philippe Coutinho of Brazil looks on during the Copa America Brazil 2019 quarterfinal match between Brazil and Paraguay at Arena do Gremio on June 27, 2019 in Porto Alegre, Brazil. (Photo by Buda Mendes/Getty Images)

Coutinho loan, Icardi offer, Khedira contract, Tierney injury: Arsenal weekend roundup

Compared to last weekend, this one was relatively quiet in the land of Arsenal as we were only trying to sign Barcelona’s most expensive player ever on loan while we offered Mauro Icardi €10m-a-year.
PORTO ALEGRE, BRAZIL - JUNE 27: Philippe Coutinho of Brazil looks on during the Copa America Brazil 2019 quarterfinal match between Brazil and Paraguay at Arena do Gremio on June 27, 2019 in Porto Alegre, Brazil. (Photo by Buda Mendes/Getty Images)

Arsenal ask for Philippe Coutinho on loan

Arsenal have reportedly made an offer to Barcelona for Philippe Coutinho on loan for next season in yet more madness from this transfer window.

Only 1 Arsenal player makes Premier League top 30

Nacho Monreal is Arsenal's best player this season and the only player to make the top 30 in the league, according to the Sky Sports power rankings.
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‘One of the family’ – Rakitic hailing Coutinho suggests he’s not contemplating move

Ivan Rakitic suggests he doesn't want to leave Barcelona, amid interest from Arsenal, having hailed the recent arrival of Philippe Coutinho.
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Why Coutinho’s move from Liverpool to Barcelona benefits Arsenal

With Liverpool reportedly braced for a new bid from Barcelona for Philippe Coutinho, we consider whether the 25-year-old's potential move to La Liga has an impact on Arsenal.

Bad news for Arsenal as Barcelona plan January swoop for Özil

Barcelona are planning to move for Mesut Özil in January, as their deal to sign Philippe Coutinho from Liverpool is on the rocks, as things stand.

Dixon: Liverpool’s attack is better than it was in August

Lee Dixon thinks Arsenal need to be wary of Liverpool's attacking players on Friday, as they're playing even better than they were back in August.
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Wright: Alexis should be more like Coutinho and Özil

Ian Wright thinks Alexis Sanchez should take a leaf out of Philippe Coutinho and Mesut Özil's book, and believes the Chilean international has "clocked off".

Ozil could join Barcelona if they miss out on Coutinho

Mesut Özil is reportedly being considered as Barcelona's alternative to Coutinho, as the German would be cheaper for the Catalan club to chase in January.