Philippe Coutinho has spoken about his time at Liverpool and his move to Barcelona in 2018, responding to Jurgen Klopp’s comments from the summer of 2017.

Philippe Coutinho has spoken about his high-profile transfer from Liverpool at Barcelona, ​​insisting he has no regrets despite a series of injuries which have since hampered his career. The Brazilian made a £146 million move to the Catalan giants in 2018, winning La Liga titles and domestic trophies.

HAS AnfieldCoutinho has been a central figure, winning over fans with his flair and contributing significantly to Liverpool’s attack alongside stars like Mohamed SalahRoberto Firmino and Sadio Mane.

His departure in 2018 paved the way for Liverpool to sign key players Virgil van Dijk and Alisson Becker, which helped Jurgen Klopp’s side achieve success in England, Europe and on the world stage. CoutinhoLiverpool’s departure came at a time when Liverpool were thriving, with midfield a crucial part of their attacking prowess.

In the run-up to his January transfer, there was intense speculation over Coutinho’s future, with interest from other clubs. However, Klopp insisted in the summer of 2017 that Coutinho was not for sale, highlighting the unique opportunity he had at Liverpool.

Klopp warned: “Stay here and they will end up building a statue in your honor. Go somewhere else, to Barcelona, ​​to Bayern Munich, to Real Madrid, and you will be just another player. Here you can be something something more.”

Coutinho has spoken about his career trajectory since leaving Liverpool, acknowledging some successes but also admitting injuries have hampered his progress. The Brazilian playmaker left Barcelona in 2022 after loan spells at Bayern Munich and Aston Villa, eventually signing permanently with the latter under the then manager. Steven Gerrard.

However, his time at Villa Park was short-lived, lasting just a year before Unai Emery took over, leading to Coutinho being loaned out to Al-Duhail in the Qatar Stars League.

Reflecting on his journey, Coutinho faced suggestions that Jurgen Klopp’s comments in 2017 about his transfer had gained prominence as he struggled after Anfield. Yet Coutinho remains determined, insisting he has no regrets six years on.

“No,” he said firmly. “At no time (does he have any regrets). Things did not happen as I imagined, as people expected, as I expected because I am the first to be demanding on the pitch , I tell myself that I have to give more on the pitch, I have tried everything, I have always been very professional and I regret nothing.

“I always dreamed of playing for Barça and I went there, I enjoyed it, I was able to meet a lot of people, win titles and that will always remain in the story of my life.

“Nothing. I wouldn’t change anything. Going back is impossible, but like I said, I don’t regret anything, I always did my best in training like I do here and like I have did last year and as I will next year. If things go well, great and if not, patience.