Steven Gerrard insists Aston Villa's owners will back him in the transfer window amid rumours Philippe Coutinho may join Arsenal.
Villa have the option to sign Coutinho, 29, for £33million this summer. The Brazilian has recaptured his form since joining Gerrard's side on loan from Barcelona in January, scoring four goals and providing three assists in 11 Premier League outings.
Although Coutinho's transfer fee is affordable, his wages could be a problem. He reportedly earns £480,000-a-week, with Barcelona paying most of his salary. Coutinho's deal runs until 2023 and he will have to take a huge pay cut to join Villa permanently.