Liverpool legend Robbie Fowler has showered praise on Reds midfielder Philippe Coutinho after he was named in the PFA Premier League Team of the Year last week.
Fowler, who represented Liverpool in two spells from 1993 until 2001 and 2006 until 2007, also backed the former Inter Milan star to win the club’s own Player of the Season award.
He told the Liverpool’s official website: “The stand-out player this year has probably been Philippe Coutinho, I’d be surprised if he didn’t win it. He has scored goals.
“As a forward, I loved playing with players like that because you knew that you were going to get a few chances in a game.
“He is one of those players that can open up defences; ultimately, the forward players have got to be helping him but he certainly helps the forwards.
“He puts the ball into certain positions where you think it is impossible at times, and some of his footwork in creating space for himself is a joy to watch.
“It’s a match made in heaven for any player who plays up front for Liverpool when you’ve got a player that talented behind you.”
