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In an interview with Sky Sports, Rivaldo said some things that are bound to shake up the transfer market. He talked about the ongoing stories regarding Diego Costa and Gabriel Jesus, but most importantly, he talked about Coutinho’s potential move to the Camp Nou. Rivaldo wants the star playmaker to follow in his footsteps. Rivaldo had great success at Barcelona, winning 4 trophies with the club and a Ballon d’Or.

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He said, In my opinion, he’s a great player and a player who knows Neymar well. I think they are both friends – players who stand out. I think that this transfer might happen because Barcelona is always going to attract the best, isn’t it? He is one of the players who stands out and I believe that this transfer – if he goes to Barcelona – would be a good thing for Barcelona for sure. He is a player who would definitely help Barcelona. Of course, Barcelona is a big club, but with a player like him, it would definitely be a big help.”

Such a legend handpicking a player to play for a club should be enough motivation, if money or friendship (with Neymar) does not motivate him. But Jurgen Klopp’s love of the player and his role at Liverpool may keep him at the Anfield. Anyway, we are not expecting to see a huge transfer from the club in the winter transfer window. So, any links and potential signs of a move should be saved for the summer.