Tottenham fans have reacted on Twitter to reports that Barcelona ace Philippe Coutinho prefers a move to Spurs – ahead of Newcastle. Spurs fans have reacted on Twitter, with many all for the arrival of the Brazilian.
Coutinho, 29, is on the fringes at Barcelona. With the club looking to cash in an reduce the wage bill, those underperforming on big wages will be the first to go. Brazil international Coutinho is at the top of that list.
The ex-Liverpool man has been regularly linked with a return to the Premier League. Tottenham are said to be among the clubs interested, while cash-rich Newcastle have emerged as an option since their takeover.
Spanish newspaper Mundo Deportivo report that Coutinho is a target for both Spurs and Newcastle. Both are said to have made offers. But it is also claimed that Coutinho prefers a move to Spurs, over Newcastle.
What do Tottenham fans think of signing Coutinho, before Newcastle?
Coutinho, at his best, is one of the best players in European football. That was proven, when Barcelona spent well over £100million to lure the ex-Inter star to the Nou Camp. Now, he is worth nowhere near that.
A lack of form or confidence at Barcelona has even seen him go on loan to Bayern Munich, where he was indifferent. Meanwhile, Spurs lack creativity in midfield – failing to replace Christian Eriksen when the Dane departed.
Tottenham fans have reacted on Twitter to the reports that the club have made an offer – and that Coutinho prefers them to Newcastle. Many think he would be a good signing for Antonio Conte’s side.
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