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Published 08:50 25 Jan 2017 GMT
Updated 08:51 25 Jan 2017 GMT
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Despite the pay bump and added security of a long-term deal, Coutinho had a big reason for staying on with the club. He told the Liverpool website:
"Ever since my arrival here, I was welcomed with open arms by the supporters - and everyone at this football club. "This is an important factor that carries weight when you decide to remain here for a longer period - and this did have a lot of weight when I thought about the renewal of my contract. "I can only thank every supporter for their faith in me. I really hope to repay them. I will do my very best on the pitch to create assists for my teammates and score goals for us to try and win trophies and titles. "It’s not just me - since me and my family arrived here we have been welcomed with open arms by everyone. We feel at home in this city, we feel a part of this city. It is a very important day for me, my wife and my daughter. I am happy - and everyone is happy at home."The third key component in Coutinho's decision - along with money and the supporters - was the opportunity to stay on and work with Jurgen Klopp. "We all can see how much he has changed here since he arrived," said the 24-year-old, "and how much he will change in future."
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