The Brazilian was the star of the show in Liverpool’s win over Southampton on Saturday.
Liverpool’s Philippe Coutinho celebrates scoring their fourth goal
Garth Crooks has told BBC Sport that Liverpool star Philippe Coutinho is his favourite player in the Premier League at this moment in time.
The Brazilian has started the season in superb form for the Reds, playing a key as they have won four of their first six games.
He was once again in fine form on Saturday afternoon in his team’s 5-1 win over Hull City at Anfield.
He set up the first two goals in the game and added his own name to the score sheets with a fine long-range effort in the 52nd minute.
Liverpool’s Philippe Coutinho celebrates scoring their fourth goal
Crooks was impressed and says Liverpool’s top four hopes rest firmly on Coutinho’s shoulders.
“This guy is my favourite Premier League player at the moment and a real pleasure to watch,” he told BBC Sport.
“I am really interested to know how Jurgen Klopp intends to keep the Brazilian fresh for Liverpool’s domestic campaign. Should he ever pick up a long-term injury Liverpool can kiss goodbye to a top-four place.”
Liverpool’s Philippe Coutinho celebrates scoring their fourth goal
Coutinho was certainly in impressive form for his side in the win over Hull City this weekend.
Apart from his two assists and goal, he managed 100 touches, 70 accurate passes and four key passes, the latter being the most of any player in the game.
That is a star performance, to say the least, and Liverpool will be hoping there is more of the same to come as they hunt down a Champions League place this season.
Liverpool’s Philippe Coutinho celebrates scoring their fourth goal with Sadio Mane
Receive exclusive football transfer news and updates twice a week to your mailbox
