Barcelona coach Ronald Koeman insists he remains confident in the pace of midfielder Philippe Coutinho. He came on as a substitute before scoring in the 3-1 win over Valencia on Sunday.
Ronald Koeman has praised Philippe Coutinho’s impact off the bench for Barcelona in a 3-1 win against Valencia on Sunday, stating that he has “always believed” in the player’s abilities and suggesting the midfielder could earn a larger role in the team with physical improvement.

The Brazilian national team has become a surplus in Ronald Koeman’s squad over the past season. The latter had to suffer from knee injuries. until having to undergo surgery
Moreover The Dutchman also confirmed the 29-year-old was on the list of players the club were ready to release last summer. To reduce expenditure on wages amid the financial crisis are experiencing
, however Manual Santos Moutinho still in the army, ” Barcelona ” and just next door washed their first since November last year.
When asked about the Samba star’s form, Koeman replied, “That’s great.”
“When he got into the game he did very well His free play allows us to control the game better. He knows how to score goals.”
“He has important strides. Because I have always believed in Coutinho, physically he is getting better and better.