Brazilian will join the Lions soon.

Barcelona midfielder Philippe Coutinho is set to become Aston Villa player soon, according to journalist Fabrizio Romano..

Aston Villa has agreed to lease Coutinho before the end of the season and may announce his signing today. "

Coutinho's current contract with Barcelona runs until June 2023.

This season, the 29-year-old player has played 16 matches in a blue garnet shirt, scoring two goals.

Earlier it was reported that Aston Villa is also interested in the signing of Bologna defender Aaron Hickey.