It has been reported that there were certain options and obligations attached to the transfer.
Barcelona were keen for that to be an obligation and will continue to pay a proportion of Coutinho's wages during his loan spell.
The friendship between Coutinho and Gerrard was key to his choice.
Villa are also reported to be paying less than 50 per cent of Coutinho’s weekly wage, plus bonuses.
Source: Sky Sports
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