Coutinho’s £142m move to Barcelona was supposed to be a dream for the playmaker. In a bid to win silverware, the Brazilian swapped clubs to join the Catalans. However, his dream move has turned out nothing short of a nightmare.
Now being counted amongst the most expensive mistakes in the history of football, Barcelona are eager to make amends and offload the 27-year-old this summer. Coutinho himself is longing for new surroundings to start anew.
While his transfer from Barcelona is almost certain, here’s a look at five destinations the playmaker could choose from.
#5 Manchester United
Manchester United are in the middle of a transition phase with Ole Gunnar Solskjaer in the driving seat. The Red Devils are keen on making quality signings and have been linked with a move for Coutinho.
The fallen giants are poised to lose Paul Pogba this summer. The Frenchman has already declared his interest in a transfer and should he switch clubs, the Brazilian could be a like-to-like replacement for the Frenchman.
However, the fact that Coutinho played formerly for Liverpool will definitely act as a thorn in any of United’s attempts to sign him. The playmaker himself wouldn’t risk the ire of the supporters of his former employers, knowing that they already are unhappy with his decision to move to Spain in the first place.
Nonetheless, Manchester United will always remain a suitable destination for the 27-year-old.
