That is according to Spanish media outlet Sport, who claim the Anfield favourite is 'almost certain' to make the move to the Nou Camp.

Kop chiefs have already rejected an offer worth £72m from Barcelona but they are reportedly open to cutting a deal.

Talks between the two clubs are at an advanced stage but a transfer fee is yet to be agreed.

Barcelona are prepared to break the deadlock by offering Liverpool around £76m (€85m).

And Nou Camp chiefs are 'hugely optimistic' that they will land their man.

Coutinho wants to join the Catalan giants.

Sport claim he has informed Liverpool of his wish to leave.

Barcelona delegates recently met with Coutinho's camp in London for talks.

The 25-year-old is set to sign a five-year deal worth less than he would earn at Liverpool.

Despite the financial hit, Coutinho reportedly believes he can win more trophies at the club.

The Reds hope to be able to keep hold of Coutinho until the first leg of their Champions League play-off game next month.