Barcelona track Coutinho

Barcelona are thought to be monitoring the performances of Liverpool star Philippe Coutinho ahead of a January move for his services.

The Brazil international has been one of the stand out performers over the past year, and his play has attracted interest from top European sides.

Reports in Spain now cite that the Catalan giants will look to convince the talented playmaker to make a move to Camp Nou in the New Year.

It is added that the player may be open to the transfer, given the lack of progress at Merseyside in recent seasons.