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Philippe Coutinho to Barcelona: Six formations Barca could use with £142m superstar
PHILIPPE COUTINHO has agreed a £142million move from Liverpool to Barcelona – but where could he play?
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Barcelona have a wealth of talents at their disposal including Lionel Messi, Luis Suarez and fit-again Ousmane Dembele, while Andres Iniesta continues to rack up the games.
Philippe Coutinho's arrival at the club gives them even more options to choose from – but where do Barcelona see him playing?
There have been suggestions that the Liverpool star could be used in Neymar's old position out wide, as a replacement for Iniesta, or in an entirely different system.
Coutinho's versatility from central midfield to performing in an attacking trio would be a valuable asset to Barcelona as they seek to keep their stars happy, fit and firing.
Take a look through the gallery to reveal six formations Barcelona could use with Philippe Coutinho.