Yesterday’s chatter about Philippe Coutinho perhaps heading to Barcelona had the Liverpool fans in the Transfer Tavern somewhat nervous, such is the magnitude of his importance on Merseyside.
Having already seen Luis Suarez depart for the Blaugrana, the Reds propping up the bar are pretty sick of the sight of the Catalan juggernauts.
However, reports emanating out of Spain suggesting the roles could soon be reversed have given the Mersey locals something to ponder.
According to Sport, the Premier League giants have been casting keen eyes over the infamous La Masia academy the Spaniards have such strong links to, reportedly sending scouts to watch some of their burgeoning talents in action.
Scout Kiko Espinar is understood to have been asked to keep tabs on players such as Marlon, Marc Cardona and Kaptoum, who are all thought to be impressing in Barca’s developmental sides.
Previously, the likes of Sergi Canos have been spirited away from the La Liga champions in order to join the ranks at Anfield, though he was recently sold to Norwich.
Can Liverpool really hold on to Coutinho? Let us know below…
