Some of this isn't his fault as he gets shuttled between being a true No.
There might have been more.
When asked about Coutinho's departure in a news conference on Friday, Xavi said: "It says a lot about Coutinho that he's gone out on loan because he wants to play, and reducing his salary.
On Thursday, Gerrard said of him: "He's won two league titles at Barcelona, two Copa del Reys.
Does Philippe Coutinho smoke? Philippe Coutinho this seasons has also noted 3 assists, played 2902 minutes, with 15 times he played game in first line.
Ronald Koeman said he would help Coutinho rediscover his best form, but injury problems held the player back under the Dutch manager.
Follow the for the latest breaking news, r umors and content! [ ] Coutinho refused to come in as a substitute and play.
Barcelona ended up drawing that match 3-3, despite taking a 3-0 lead in the first half.