The negotiations between Philippe Coutinho and Vasco are progressing, and the return of the midfielder to the club that revealed him seems increasingly close.
On loan to Al-Duhail, from Qatar, Coutinho is trying to reach an amicable termination with Aston Villa, his current club in England. Despite there still being no official confirmation, the negotiations indicate a positive outcome.
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Coutinho already in Brazil?
- On Friday morning, 24th, images of Vasco’s president, Pedrinho, circulating in an airport generated speculation about Coutinho’s arrival in Brazil;
- The midfielder, who has a contract with Aston Villa until June 2026, is not part of the English club’s future plans;
- Aston Villa, who will have a season in the Champions League, needs to make financial adjustments, which includes sales and a reduction in the payroll.
Attempt at termination and optimism at Vasco
With the end of the championship in Qatar, Coutinho’s family is preparing for a move. Visits to Brazil are frequent, especially during vacation.
The expectation is that the player will be able to reach an amicable termination with Aston Villa, facilitating his return to Vasco. Otherwise, the loan option is being considered.
Behind the scenes at Vasco, the optimism is palpable. The negotiation with Coutinho, who is 31 years old, would be the first major signing under Pedro Martins’ management in the club’s SAF (Sociedade Anônima de Futebol).
Pedrinho, the associative president and current controller of the SAF, is directly involved in the negotiations. The international transfer window for the second half opens on July 10, providing a concrete opportunity for the agreement to be formalized.
Player’s history
Revealed by Vasco, Philippe Coutinho has 43 games and five goals with the club’s shirt. His career in Europe includes stints at prominent clubs such as Inter Milan, Espanyol, Liverpool, Barcelona and Bayern Munich.
Next steps in the negotiation
The focus now is on finalizing the negotiations with Aston Villa. Coutinho and his representatives are seeking an amicable termination, which would allow the player to sign with Vasco without contractual complications.
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