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Coutinho 2.0? Liverpool make their move for Brazilian starlet after recent contract decision

Almost 14 years on from signing Philippe Coutinho, Liverpool are reportedly making moves to potentially sign another Brazilian playmaker who’s been attracting some high-profile European interest. The Reds’ former number 10 spent five years at Anfield, during which time he…

Published: Tuesday, 10 November 2026 at 11:33 AM
Coutinho 2.0? Liverpool make their move for Brazilian starlet after recent contract decision
Key Things to Know
  • Liverpool have reportedly made official enquiries with Palmeiras to sign 19-year-old Brazilian playmaker Erick Bele.
  • Palmeiras are reportedly willing to open permanent transfer negotiations for Bele starting at €30m (£25m).
  • Paris Saint-Germain have also contacted Palmeiras regarding the midfielder, who recently extended his contract to 2031.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Liverpool have reportedly made official enquiries to Palmeiras regarding 19-year-old attacking midfielder Erick Bele. The Brazilian club is reportedly prepared to open permanent negotiations for around €30m (£25m), while Paris Saint-Germain have also been in contact about the teenager.

Bele recently signed a contract extension keeping him at Palmeiras until 2031 after recording 20 goals in 45 games for their under-20 side. The Empire of the Kop notes that Bele would likely be sent on loan if signed, given his relative inexperience at the senior level.

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