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Gerrard praised Coutinho in 2015 for his ability to become a world-class star

Gerrard praised Coutinho in 2015 for his ability to become a world-class star

Live Bar January 7 News Today Coutinho officially joined Aston Villa on loan from Barca, and Coutinho returned to the Premier League after four years. At Aston Villa, Coutinho will be working again with Liverpool's teammate Gerrard, who is now Villa manager.

Coutinho will fly to England for a check-up this weekend, and while Monday night's FA Cup clash against Manchester United may be premature for Coutinho, Villa will face Manchester United again in the Premier League next weekend.

In a previous book published by Gerrard, he revealed his liking for Coutinho, who was a team-mate at Liverpool for two and a half years from 2013 to 2015.

Gerrard said in 2015: "Liverpool really should cherish Coutinho, I believe he will be Liverpool's main player and world top star, he has this room for improvement." ”

Asked about Gerald's remarks, Coutinho replied: "It is an honor to be evaluated by Gerrard in this way, he is an idol, one of my personal football heroes. ”

(mageth)

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