The Rise and Fall of Philippe Coutinho at Barcelona -

On January 7, 2018, Barcelona confirmed the signing of Philippe Coutinho from Liverpool for a then-record fee of €120 million, potentially rising to €160 million. The Brazilian attacking midfielder was seen as a replacement for Neymar, following his move to PSG. Coutinho's flair, vision, and versatility made him a perfect fit for Barcelona’s style. However, despite high expectations, his time at the club was underwhelming. He struggled for consistency and never fully adapted to the team, leading to a loan move to Bayern Munich in 2019 and eventual departure. The deal became emblematic of Barcelona’s struggles in post-Neymar recruitment. #barcelona #barca #coutinho #neymar #footballhistory