Philippe Coutinho: Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp sends message amid Barcelona interest
JURGEN KLOPP has conceded nothing will stop the Barcelona speculation going away, but insists he will do everything he can to ensure Philippe Coutinho continues to thrive at Liverpool.
Coutinho was the subject of frenzied interest from Barca over the summer, but the Anfield outfit rejected three bids.
The Catalan giants are expected to table a fresh offer for the Brazilian, who has been instrumental for the Reds over the past few seasons.
After a dismal start to the campaign, Klopp’s men have been in free-scoring mode, netting at least three or more in nine of their last 11 games.
The Reds welcome Everton to Anfield on Sunday (2.15pm) for what could be another enthralling edition of the Merseyside derby.
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I'm pretty sure the players know about their development here
And Klopp has urged Coutinho to carefully consider his options before deciding he wants to leave Liverpool.
“Nothing will ever stop these rumours but I have nothing to say about them. That won't change,” he said.
"What the Liverpool manager did point out is those flourishing have done so in the perfect environment - something they may not find so easily elsewhere.
“I'm pretty sure the players know about their development here.
“I think it's obvious. If you want to see it, if you don't want to see it, I'm completely fine.
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“The players know about the value the club has for them. There's no doubt about that.
“It's not that I have to say 'look what I did for that player!' In my opinion it's a clear deal.
“It's my job to help him reach his 100% potential and quality.
“The job of the player is then to bring it on the pitch and stay healthy and fit and have the perfect attitude - that's not about me.”
