Aston Villa are in direct contact with Philippe Coutinho's representatives over a possible loan move.

That’s according to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, and, as to be expected, a number of Villa fans have gone wild at the update.

Coutinho, who joined Barcelona from Liverpool back in 2018 in a deal worth £121.5m, is keen on a return to the Premier League.

The Brazilian has contributed to 39 goals in 106 appearances at the Nou Camp and is out of contract with the Catalan giants in 18 months time.

The 29-year-old has started just five La Liga games all season and is wanted by six Premier League clubs, with his decision set to be made by the weekend. Romano claimed that Villa are in direct contact with Coutinho’s agent, with a deal not yet agreed as of Wednesday afternoon.

While his move to Catalonia has not exactly gone to plan, the 'little magician' undoubtedly still has incredible ability - his compatriot Roberto Firmino claims he is 'phenomenal' while his record of 41 goals and 37 assists in 152 previous Premier League appearances speaks for itself.

Villa fans react

@villareport relayed Romano’s claim regarding a possible reunion with Steven Gerrard for Coutinho. This is what these Villa fans had to say in reply, with many excited.

“oh my god”

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“if my idol comes to villa, my life’s complete”

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“Wow”

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“FABBBBB”

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“Win win situation”

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“LIMBSSSSSSSS”

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