Posted on January 7, 2022 at 11:30 p.m. by D.M. This Friday, FC Barcelona formalized the loan of Philippe Coutinho to Aston Villa. The Villans have a purchase option, just like another English club. FC Barcelona has finally made a start. This Friday, the Catalan club formalized the loan with option to buy Philippe Coutinho from Aston Villa . “It says a lot about him that he wanted to leave to get playing minutes. He lowered his salary, he's a great professional. He wants to succeed. He finds it difficult here and he looked for a solution, ”said Xavi at a press conference on Friday. The Spanish press has unveiled the details of this operation Coutinho . Tottenham may also exercise the option to buy Coutinho La Cadena Ser announces that ' Aston Villa will cover part of Philippe Coutinho's salary. The Spanish daily also indicates that the Brazilian's agent will receive a commission of € 800,000. Aston Villa benefits from a purchase option set at € 40 million and has the possibility of permanently enlisting the services of Coutinho at the end of the season. But surprisingly, it is also indicated that Tottenham also have the option of exercising the option to buy the attacking midfielder. Spurs were one of the clubs likely to welcome the player. Skip back to main navigation