Makis Posted July 1, 2020 Report Share Posted July 1, 2020 His wages alone would cost close to ten million even if Barca pays some of it so no way we should also pay a loan fee. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BedfordBlue Posted July 2, 2020 Report Share Posted July 2, 2020 9 goals and 8 assists in 33 games for Bayern Munich doesn't seem bad Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
duncanmckenzieismagic Posted April 27, 2021 Report Share Posted April 27, 2021 https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-9517523/Everton-plotting-shock-35m-ex-Liverpool-star-Barcelona-midfielder-Philippe-Coutinho.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Palfy Posted April 27, 2021 Report Share Posted April 27, 2021 31 minutes ago, duncanmckenzieismagic said: https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-9517523/Everton-plotting-shock-35m-ex-Liverpool-star-Barcelona-midfielder-Philippe-Coutinho.html Nice thought but don’t think it will happen. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
markjazzbassist Posted April 27, 2021 Report Share Posted April 27, 2021 only 28 that's wild, i thought he was 32 by now! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
badaids Posted April 28, 2021 Report Share Posted April 28, 2021 40m for a 28-29 year old? Plus could you play him and James in the same team? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zoo 2.0 Posted April 28, 2021 Report Share Posted April 28, 2021 Not as crazy as it sounds this one, Coutinho has been exiled at Barcelona in a similar vein to how Niasse was at Everton (just without the binbags and the lockers). At the annual squad photo Phillipe wasn't invited, instead just being photoshopped onto the end of one of the rows to much delight on Twitter as the photo went viral. Koeman hasn't used him much and is apparently happy to sell, in order to raise funds for both Barcelona's crippling debt and the pursuit of Erling Haaland (the fact I can put both of those facts in the same sentence shows how bonkers the Spanish elite are). Coutinho was and still is an outstanding player, he just struggled to live up to the insane transfer fee that Barcelona paid and being the heir to Xavi and Iniesta's throne. After being booed and jeered at Camp Nou, there's really been no way back for him and I'm just surprised he's stayed at the club for this long, had he jumped ship early enough he could have been still playing within Europe's elite and rebuilt what has been a downward dip in his career. Despite me saying that I wouldn't sign Rafa in the other thread (one reason being his age). I'd jump at the chance to have Coutinho as he's just an outstanding player, if he can capture even half of what he had at Liverpool he'd be in the XI for us every week. Matt, StevO, Bailey and 1 other 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pete0 Posted April 28, 2021 Report Share Posted April 28, 2021 He's very much in the ilk of Sigurdsson although with a little extra Brazilian magic. Doesn't do enough in the 90 and doesn't suit Ancelotti's tactics unless he sees him as a back up for James but I don't see Coutinho being able to fill those boots. Rather a proper wide player for a different option. For that price and lower wages you'd get a higher energy and overall more quality from the likes of Sarr and Buendia. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Btay Posted April 28, 2021 Report Share Posted April 28, 2021 I dunno but Pickford Aarons Godfrey kouliabaly Digne Allan Doucoure Coutinho James Richarlison DCL looks pretty damn good to me Palfy and StevO 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
markjazzbassist Posted April 28, 2021 Report Share Posted April 28, 2021 3 hours ago, Zoo 2.0 said: Not as crazy as it sounds this one, Coutinho has been exiled at Barcelona in a similar vein to how Niasse was at Everton (just without the binbags and the lockers). At the annual squad photo Phillipe wasn't invited, instead just being photoshopped onto the end of one of the rows to much delight on Twitter as the photo went viral. Koeman hasn't used him much and is apparently happy to sell, in order to raise funds for both Barcelona's crippling debt and the pursuit of Erling Haaland (the fact I can put both of those facts in the same sentence shows how bonkers the Spanish elite are). Coutinho was and still is an outstanding player, he just struggled to live up to the insane transfer fee that Barcelona paid and being the heir to Xavi and Iniesta's throne. After being booed and jeered at Camp Nou, there's really been no way back for him and I'm just surprised he's stayed at the club for this long, had he jumped ship early enough he could have been still playing within Europe's elite and rebuilt what has been a downward dip in his career. Despite me saying that I wouldn't sign Rafa in the other thread (one reason being his age). I'd jump at the chance to have Coutinho as he's just an outstanding player, if he can capture even half of what he had at Liverpool he'd be in the XI for us every week. Great post, difference between him and Rafa Silva is Phillipe has proven himself in the premier league already. Also the asking price is less. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cornish Steve Posted April 28, 2021 Report Share Posted April 28, 2021 If a "long-term knee injury" has likely ended his career in Catalonia, why would we pay a significant sum to bring him to Everton? I much prefer the rumour that we're pursuing the very talented teenager at Metz. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Bailey Posted April 28, 2021 Popular Post Report Share Posted April 28, 2021 4 hours ago, Btay said: I dunno but Pickford Aarons Godfrey kouliabaly Digne Allan Doucoure Coutinho James Richarlison DCL looks pretty damn good to me You forgot about Iwobi? dunlopp9987, Btay, StevO and 2 others 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
barryj Posted April 29, 2021 Author Report Share Posted April 29, 2021 21 hours ago, Bailey said: You forgot about Iwobi? He went in the swap deal! Bailey 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
duncanmckenzieismagic Posted April 30, 2021 Report Share Posted April 30, 2021 https://www.caughtoffside.com/2021/04/30/coutinho-agrees-deal-in-principle-with-premier-league-club/ They are quoting the rag that shall not be mentioned though Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zoo 2.0 Posted April 30, 2021 Report Share Posted April 30, 2021 1 minute ago, duncanmckenzieismagic said: https://www.caughtoffside.com/2021/04/30/coutinho-agrees-deal-in-principle-with-premier-league-club/ They are quoting the rag that shall not be mentioned though It's gathering pace, but as you say it all stems from the source that should not be named. The fact that some outlets are saying that it's a done deal because we're house hunting doesn't really mean much to me either - we'd do that during any negotiations, and probably have a whole department that deals with that kind of thing. Doesn't necessarily mean that anything is close or confirmed IMO. That said, would be really excited if this one did come off. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StevO Posted April 30, 2021 Report Share Posted April 30, 2021 8 hours ago, Zoo 2.0 said: It's gathering pace, but as you say it all stems from the source that should not be named. The fact that some outlets are saying that it's a done deal because we're house hunting doesn't really mean much to me either - we'd do that during any negotiations, and probably have a whole department that deals with that kind of thing. Doesn't necessarily mean that anything is close or confirmed IMO. That said, would be really excited if this one did come off. We do indeed have a team of people who’s job is to integrate new players into not only the team but integrate their families into the area. I’d be surprised if they don’t have strong ties to estate agents and pretty much offer up a bunch of possible houses during any negotiations, with them ready to go as soon as needed. Still, I’d be very excited if we got Coutinho. Matt 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Palfy Posted May 1, 2021 Report Share Posted May 1, 2021 He’s still got a house outside Liverpool. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StevO Posted May 1, 2021 Report Share Posted May 1, 2021 3 hours ago, Palfy said: He’s still got a house outside Liverpool. Just outside Liverpool, in Barcelona? Bailey, Palfy, Zoo 2.0 and 1 other 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Palfy Posted May 1, 2021 Report Share Posted May 1, 2021 2 hours ago, StevO said: Just outside Liverpool, in Barcelona? Someone was meant to say has he, so I could say no I’m taking bollocks like everyone else . You done me mate. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StevO Posted May 1, 2021 Report Share Posted May 1, 2021 3 hours ago, Palfy said: Someone was meant to say has he, so I could say no I’m taking bollocks like everyone else . You done me mate. Haha sorry Palfy Palfy 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
duncanmckenzieismagic Posted July 3, 2021 Report Share Posted July 3, 2021 https://sportslens.com/everton-reportedly-make-official-philippe-coutinho-offer-after-rafa-demand/369499/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill Posted July 3, 2021 Report Share Posted July 3, 2021 I'd be happy with a loan, Rafa knows what he can do and would probably get the best out of him. 12 months loan won't hurt us. Matt 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Haiku Posted July 3, 2021 Report Share Posted July 3, 2021 I would not be happy at all. James Rodrigues written all over it. Luxury "Has Been" hampered by injuries. We are going nowhere with such signings. Did we really learn from our mistakes? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StevO Posted July 3, 2021 Report Share Posted July 3, 2021 1 hour ago, Haiku said: I would not be happy at all. James Rodrigues written all over it. Luxury "Has Been" hampered by injuries. We are going nowhere with such signings. Did we really learn from our mistakes? Mistakes? We got James on a free and when he was on the pitch he was our best player most of the time and consistently our most creative. If we can get a player in of Coutinho’s quality I’ll be very happy. duncanmckenzieismagic and Matt 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Haiku Posted July 3, 2021 Report Share Posted July 3, 2021 7 minutes ago, StevO said: Mistakes? We got James on a free and when he was on the pitch he was our best player most of the time and consistently our most creative. If we can get a player in of Coutinho’s quality I’ll be very happy. James was injured or unfit most of the time, mate. He's nothing more than expensive bench player and Coutinho is in the same category. We need players who can contribute week in week out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post StevO Posted July 3, 2021 Popular Post Report Share Posted July 3, 2021 Just now, Haiku said: James was injured or unfit most of the time, mate. He's nothing more than expensive bench player and Coutinho is in the same category. We need players who can contribute week in week out. But that was fully expected. James was brought in knowing 25 games in a season is pretty much the limit. There is no let down because he didn’t play 40 games. He played exactly what the club would have expected, and when he was on the pitch he did his job to an exception level. There was no mistake. His transfer worked out exactly as would have been expected. If anyone expected more then more fool them. Can’t really call James an expensive bench player either. He’s cost us less than plenty of other players. And when he was fit he was on the pitch. Not the bench. If Rafa wants Coutinho in to replace him then surely he should be supported with that, and a loan is minimal risk. Just like James on a free transfer was. Shukes, Romey 1878, Btay and 3 others 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
c1982 Posted July 3, 2021 Report Share Posted July 3, 2021 8 minutes ago, StevO said: Can’t really call James an expensive bench player either. He’s cost us less than plenty of other players. And when he was fit he was on the pitch. Not the bench. …and when he was on the pitch he was generally our best player. StevO 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hafnia Posted July 3, 2021 Report Share Posted July 3, 2021 Rafa the pragmatist is looking to sign a luxury player??? Clearly he believes he won't be signing him to play like he's a luxury. Maybe he will be looking to rotate him with James.... Interesting link non the less. Quality player ability wise. StevO 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StevO Posted July 3, 2021 Report Share Posted July 3, 2021 10 minutes ago, Hafnia said: Maybe he will be looking to rotate him with James.... For me that would be the ideal scenario if we can have both. I know you can’t time injuries, but you could manage workload a whole lot more with two of them. Week on week off, keep them fresh. Ideal world though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bailey Posted July 3, 2021 Report Share Posted July 3, 2021 Just now, StevO said: For me that would be the ideal scenario if we can have both. I know you can’t time injuries, but you could manage workload a whole lot more with two of them. Week on week off, keep them fresh. Ideal world though. This is Everton. It would never work like that! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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