Football
Brazilian midfielder Philippe Coutinho, 34, joins Santos on a free transfer, marking a new chapter in Brazil's league after a storied career across top European clubs.

Brazilian midfielder Philippe Coutinho, aged 34, has joined Santos on a free transfer, announcing the start of a new chapter for him in the Brazilian league following a career spanning several of Europe's top clubs.
Coutinho will reunite once again with his former teammate Neymar, who recently returned to Santos, under a historic bond that dates back to their early football beginnings at the same club.
During his professional career, Coutinho made notable appearances with Liverpool and Barcelona, as well as stints at Inter Milan, Bayern Munich, and Aston Villa, before returning to Brazil via Vasco da Gama, which he left at the end of 2024.
Santos fans are placing high hopes on Neymar and Coutinho forming a powerful duo, drawing on the both players' extensive domestic and international experience.



