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Alla Zakarian

16-07-2018 | 18:53 Football
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Philippe Coutinho won't be listed as a Brazilian next season

Chelsea star Willian may yet complete his mega-money move to Barcelona as Philippe Coutinho had got his hands on an EU passport. The La Liga giants have been interested in the Blues’ Brazilian this summer-bidding £50million and £60m already this summer. Barcelona are unwilling to go anyhigher to land their man though, as he would fall under the category of non-EU player. Each team in the Spanish top-fight is only allowed 3 players from outside of Europe. Coutinho was one, along with Yerry Mina and Arthur. With Paulinho having already heading back to China and Coutinho counting as a “home-grow” star, Barcelona have one spot free for a non-EU ace. Former Liverpool star Coutinho was eligible for a Portuguese passport through his wife, Aine - herself from the European nation.

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