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Guardian: Reds hopeful of signing Coutinho

23rd Jan 2013 - Media Watch  The Guardian

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Liverpool hope to agree the transfer of Philippe Coutinho on Wednesday despite the midfielder's claim that he wants to stay and fight for his place at Internazionale.

The Anfield club had a bid of around £8m rejected for the 20-year-old Brazilian last week but negotiations have continued and Liverpool are confident an improved offer will be acceptable.

Coutinho signed for Inter from Vasco da Gama as a 16-year-old, though he remained with the Brazilian club until he was 18, and is regarded as one of the most promising young players in Serie A. Despite that reputation, Inter are considering the approach from Anfield as they look to improve their finances.

The player has placed responsibility for any transfer firmly on the Italian club by stating that he wishes to impress the coach, Andrea Stramaccioni. Coutinho told Sky Italia: "The Liverpool offer? I'm happy with these offers, because it means I am doing my job well. But I think Inter have faith in me and I want to show my value here.

"I don't feel that I'm on my way out. I hope to stay at Inter. The young players feel the faith of the coach and of the club."

Source: The Guardian

This story has been reproduced from today's media. It does not necessarily represent the position of Liverpool Football Club.

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What is with this club and dragging out transfers, ask inter what they want and say yes or no . . . Simple as that. Southampton have already have got 2 if our potential targets in Ramirez and forren. Don't let this be a 3rd, just pay them what they and stop wasting time. We need need champs league now and not 3 years time, Suarez will not wait that long.
Jd81
23rd Jan 2013 9:30
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