"Aston Villa put Philippe Coutinho up for transfer

Aston Villa's management plans to sell Brazilian midfielder Philippe Coutinho, Birmingham Live reports.

Philippe Coutinho, Getty Images

According to the source, Unai Emery, Aston Villa's coach, does not count on the Brazilian midfielder, so he has instructed the club to sell Coutinho in the summer transfer window. Turkish side Besiktas are also interested in the player and are ready to take him on loan with a further option to buy.

It will be recalled that Aston Villa acquired Philippe Coutinho in the summer of 2022 for £17 million.