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.