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LONDON. — Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has reportedly approved the pursuit of Barcelona playmaker Philippe Coutinho.
Coutinho’s agents are said to be travelling to London for further talks with the Gunners, while financially-striken Barca are said to be desperate to shift the high earner from their books.
However, Arsenal will have to fend off interest from their English Premier League football rivals Tottenham, Everton and Newcastle to sign the Brazilian.
According to Fichajes.net, Arerta gave ”a resounding yes when approving the arrival” of the former Liverpool midfielder.
The Arsenal manager hopes Coutinho can rediscover the world class form he demonstrated during his time at Liverpool.
Speaking about his January transfer plans, Arteta said: ”It would be useful to change something, even if it is never easy.
”We are working towards this, to understand what our needs are, and to find the right solutions.” — Mailonline.
Online Reporter