Barcelona signing Philippe Coutinho admits he wouldn't be where he is today without the influence of Steven Gerrard.

Coutinho has thanked the iconic former Liverpool captain for all his help in making him the second most expensive player in football history.

He posted to social media: "Steve, thanks so much for your kind words. It was an honour for me to play with such a legend as yourself.

"I learnt a lot from you knowing you both off the pitch in my family life and also on the pitch.

"Thank you for all your support and encouragement in my years at Liverpool.

"Your belief in me helped me become a better player. I wish you and your family the best @stevengerrard."