Besiktas have made contact with Aston Villa midfielder Philippe Coutinho, who is reportedly demanding a €4.5m per year contract according to Turkish football journalist Gokmen Ozcan.

Ozcan, who writes for Fanatik revealed that Coutinho is demanding €4.5m and bonus’ on top.

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Coutinho joined Aston Villa in January 2022 on loan from Barcelona, and his move was made permanent in the summer.

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However, he has fallen down the pecking order since Unai Emery took over as manager, and he has not played in the Premier League since February.

Besiktas are one of the clubs interested in signing Coutinho, but it is not clear whether they are willing to match his wage demands.

Al Ettifaq is also interested in the Brazilian midfielder, and he could earn a lucrative contract if he moves to Saudi Arabia.

It remains to be seen whether Coutinho will leave Aston Villa this summer. If he does, Besiktas and Al Ettifaq are the two most likely destinations.

Al Ettifaq are also interested in Coutinho and could offer him a lucrative contract.

Besiktas would however, be able to offer European competition football next season.