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Tom Cavilla

'What a story' - Liverpool fans love Philippe Coutinho moment as Manchester United haunted

Former Liverpool midfielder Philippe Coutinho got off to the perfect start as an Aston Villa player by scoring a debut goal against Manchester United.

Steven Gerrard's side had trailed the Reds Devils by two goals in the match, but struck twice in quick succession late on through Jacob Ramsey and the Brazilian star to snatch a point.

Coutinho's loan move from Barcelona to the West Midlands was announced last week and the 29-year-old did not take long to announce his arrival in style.

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Deployed by Gerrard in the 68th minute of the match against United, the ex-Liverpool fan-favourite assisted Villa's opening goal before getting on the scoresheet himself to round off a dream introduction.

Coutinho's goal sent Villa Park into raptures, though those inside the stadium were not the only ones who enjoyed this moment.

Plenty of Reds supporters were quick to pick up on his involvement against against Liverpool's bitter rivals and revelled in Ralf Rangnick's side throwing away two points in the Premier League.

Villa have the option to sign the Brazil international for £33million in the summer, should they wish to trigger this clause in Coutinho's contract.

Barcelona are understood to be keen to offload the attacking midfielder as they aim to reduce their hefty wage bill at the club, which has damaged their financial state.

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