"Aston Villa" club is ready to buy out P. Coutinho's contract © JumpStory

Philippe Coutinho may remain in Aston Villa team for a longer period. Journalist Matteo Moretto reports that Aston Villa is ready to take advantage of the opportunity to buy P. Coutinho's contract from Barcelona for 40 million euros. This condition was included when the English club acquired the attacking midfielder on loan basis in January. After joining Aston Villa, P. Coutinho scored 3 goals and made 3 assists in 7 matches in the Premier League. Next season, Steven Gerrard's proteges will likely compete for European spots in the English top flight.