Philippe Coutinho has teased a potential move to MLS and Inter Miami after rumors that the former FC Barcelona star could move to America.
The Brazilian international is one of many big-name players who has been linked with a move to Florida in recent weeks, with Lionel Messi’s arrival at Inter Miami sparking plenty of transfer interest from across the world.
Currently out on loan with Qatari side Al-Duhail from Aston Villa , Coutinho’s career has stalled dramatically in the last 18 months, with a move to MLS potentially on the cards to restart the playmaker’s love for the game.
Philippe Coutinho teases Inter Miami move after MLS transfer links
And speaking to Sport, Coutinho has now discussed his future heading into the summer, with the playmaker teasing that a move to MLS and potentially Inter Miami could be on the cards.
The former Liverpool star is expected to leave the Premier League once and for at the end of this season, and a move Stateside could be appealing for Coutinho at this stage in his career.
Coutinho said when asked about a move to MLS amid links to Inter Miami: “I only think about the moment. I want to be well, prepare well, play good games, enjoy football.
“We never know what will happen in the future. My name always appears in the newspapers where they speak in every way, good and bad. I try not to look at them and I’m just worried about doing my job well and enjoying it.”
Herons need to evaluate this potential summer deal
Having signed Luis Suarez to a Designated Player contract last month, Inter Miami are now no longer in a position to spend big on a new signing’s salary heading into the summer.
Because of this, the Herons need tor really evaluate if the signing of Coutinho would be worth it despite the roster and salary restraints Inter Miami already find themselves in.
Indeed, the Brazilian could excel in MLS and at Inter Miami, yet the scouting team and the front office all first need to be on the same page that this transfer would be worth it in the long-term for the Florida franchise.