Arsenal in talks with Barcelona over Coutinho loan deal and clubs to share salary

Barcelona and Arsenal are discussing a possible loan deal for Philippe Coutinho, according to RAC1.

The Catalans and the Gunners would each pay half of the player's salary.

The English side's coach Mikel Arteta believes the 28-year-old is bound to return to his peak once back in the Premier League and is in favour of the move.

Coutinho's agent Kia Joorabchian has revealed that the midfielder would love to move back to England, although staying at Barca is also an option.

While on loan at Bayern Munich, 'Phil' has recorded nine goals and eight assists in 34 games.