What happened to Philippe Coutinho?
Once a £142m “Little Magician”, Coutinho's career wound down through a mix of injuries, moves and dips in form. Here's the arc — from his Anfield peak to the present day.
The peak (2015–2018)
At Liverpool and for Brazil, Coutinho was among the most creative attackers in world football.
The Barcelona unravelling
The record move never clicked — read the full story of why it didn't work at Barcelona.
The loan years and beyond
Spells at Bayern, Aston Villa and Al-Duhail followed, before an emotional return to Brazil.
Frequently asked questions
Why did Coutinho fail at Barcelona?
Pressure from the record fee, positional competition, injuries and inconsistent form all played a part.
Did Coutinho regret leaving Liverpool?
His post-Liverpool career never matched his Anfield peak, which keeps the debate alive.
Where is Coutinho today?
See our regularly updated page on where Coutinho is now.
Has Coutinho retired?
There is no confirmation of retirement.