Coutinho could be acquired for less than £33M on a permanent deal (The Birmingham Mail)

Philippe Coutinho could join Aston Villa on a permanent deal for less than £33 million as per reports from The Birmingham Mail.

The £33 million purchase option included in Coutinho’s deal is not fixed meaning he can be acquired for a lower amount.

Aston Villa Manager Steven Gerrard is happy with the immediate impact his former teammate has made since joining last month and wants him permanently next summer.