5 players who can replace Andres Iniesta at Barcelona

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#4 Philippe Coutinho

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Liverpool’s Brazilian magician Philippe Coutinho has long been linked with a move to Barcelona. Capable of creating something out of nothing, Coutinho is considered by many to be the ideal ‘Barcelona’ type of player.

Blessed with quick feet and amazing dribbling skills, the Brazilian is quite easily the most talented player in Jurgen Klopp’s young and vibrant Liverpool side. During his time at Liverpool, Coutinho has shown that he is adept at playing in a variety of midfield positions right from the number 10 role to playing on the left wing.

Also read: 5 reasons why Philippe Coutinho is perfect for Barcelona

The little Brazilian has been absolutely brilliant for Liverpool since 2014 and even Barcelona legend Ronaldinho wants Coutinho to move to the Camp Nou. Speaking about Coutinho being linked with Barcelona, Ronaldinho said:

“After all those years at the club Xavi has left and Iniesta is now in his 30s – they will need to address that. That is why I think Barcelona and Coutinho would be the perfect fit”

The video below shows us exactly why Coutinho is so highly rated:

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