Quizzed about his brand new Brazilian recruit, Rodgers commented: “I love players who can make the difference at the top end.
“He’s a young player with over 100-odd appearances, a lot of them at the top level. I’ve known about him since he was 15 years of age and watched him come through for Brazil.
“He’s a wonderful talent and a great technician, he’s got pace, strength and power. He’s flexible – he can play in midfield or off the sides. He’s a really exciting player and another great product to come into the league.
“I’m really looking forward to developing him and seeing him work. I got a good insight into him last year when he was at Espanyol, he’s a real talent and a good, young, exciting player – but also a real good professional and that’s key as well.”
Managing director Ian Ayre reported that the Reds had beaten other clubs to Coutinho’s signature, and Rodgers pointed to the history of Liverpool as a major selling point to players.
“There was big interest but a club like Liverpool will always attract top players because of the history of the club,” the boss said.
“Even though we’re not where we want to be, the history of this club will always get top players wanting to come.
“It was a real coup for us because Inter Milan didn’t want to sell him, but when we thought he could become available we did everything we could to get him in. Thankfully he’s chosen to come to Liverpool.
Source: liverpoolfc.com
