Philippe Coutinho joins Barcelona

The Brazil international ends five years on Merseyside as he prepares to undergo a medical and complete his switch to Camp Nou.

Liverpool have confirmed their agreement of a British-record €160 million with Barcelona for the transfer of Philippe Coutinho as the player travels to Spain to complete the formalities of his move.

La Liga’s leaders will part with €120m as a guaranteed base fee, with another €40m in performance and appearance-related add-ons that are expected to be triggered.