Catalan sources insist Barcelona have not dropped their pursuit of Liverpool midfielder Philippe Coutinho.

Sport says Barca and Coutinho are convinced a deal can be closed before the summer market shuts next week.

Indeed, despite contrary claims, Barca remain determined to sign the Brazil international and made it clear to the midfielder just yesterday that their stand has not changed.

Coutinho has been assured that Barca 'won't let him down' and are determined to reach a fee with Liverpool over his transfer.

It's claimed Liverpool will return to the negotiating table with Barcelona once their Champions League playoff clash against Hoffenheim is completed on Wednesday.