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Barcelona confident 'Klopp pact' will see Liverpool Coutinho Jan sale

Barcelona remain convinced Liverpool will sell Philippe Coutinho in January.

Despite the Brazil international being Cup-tied from the Champions League, Barca are prepared to push through a winter market deal after their summer frustrations.

El Mundo Deportivo says Barca are confident Liverpool will sell if they come up with the right offer.

It's suggested Coutinho has a pact with Reds boss Jurgen Klopp, which would see Liverpool listen to Barca in January if he agreed to play in their Champions League group campaign. Klopp and Reds chiefs recognised it would've been embarrassing if Coutinho had downed tools after seeing his dream move blocked in the final week of the summer market.

Liverpool have agreed with Coutinho's camp they'll now sell in January - so long as Barca meet their asking price. PSG are also keen, though Barca are confident they won't compete in January due to Financial Fair Play concerns.

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