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Barcelona president Bartomeu opens door to Coutinho stay

Barcelona president Josep Maria Bartomeu has opened the door for Philippe Coutinho to play for the club next season.

After a season on loan with Bayern Munich, Coutinho was tipped to be sold to the Premier League, with his agent Kia Joorabchian claiming his client is keen on a return to England.

Bartomeu, though, has said that the 28-year-old could be at Camp Nou next season if incoming head coach Ronald Koeman desires.

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"The head coach will make the decision," Bartomeu said when quizzed on Coutinho's future.