Aston Villa’s danger man Philippe Coutinho has been speaking about his surprise transfer to the Midlands club ahead of their trip to St James’ Park tomorrow.
The Brazilian arrived on loan from Barcelona in the January transfer window and has already scored two goals in three games, which will no doubt have Newcastle United ’s defenders feeling nervous, with new signing Matt Targett ineligible for Sunday's match and Kieran Trippier an injury doubt.
Coutinho’s first goal came in Villa’s 2-2 draw with Manchester United, while he got the other and two assists in his side’s 3-3 draw with Leeds United on Wednesday. It was his performance in that match in particular which set alarm bells ringing for opposition defences.
