Philippe Coutinho discusses Neymar return to Barcelona amid PSG swap talks
PHILIPPE COUTINHO has not spoken to Neymar about the possibility of a swap deal between Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain, but admits it would be a pleasure to play with him again.
Last week, rumours emerged that Neymar had told PSG owner Nasser Al-Khelaifi that he wanted a return to Barcelona this summer and regretted the 2017 move.
Spanish press claimed Barcelona had offered up €100m (£89m) and Coutinho in exchange for the forward.
After Brazil’s win over Peru, Coutinho refused to get drawn into commenting on whether he would leave or not, whilst praising Neymar.
“To play with Neymar is incredible, he is a superstar,” he said.
Barcelona signed Philippe Coutinho in 2017 (Image: GETTY)
“I don't know what will happen, but it's always a source of happiness to speak about playing with him.
“He's a player of another dimension and very important to any team he's on.
“Nobody can deny his qualities and his massive talent, and we all know that.
"Right now, we don't know what will happen but people are saying a lot of things.
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Neymar has been linked with a move away from PSG (Image: GETTY)
"He's part of the group and he has been with the group but we haven't talked about this."
Last week, reports emerged claiming that Coutinho had chosen to join PSG instead of a potential move to either Chelsea or Manchester United.
Coutinho has struggled at Barca since signing as one of Neymar’s replacements.
During his 18 month spell at the Catalan giants, he has scored just 13 league goals in 51 games.