Kenyan Striker Michael Olunga Reacts to Phillipe Coutinho’s Loan Move to Al Duhail
- Philippe Coutinho has joined Qatari side Al-Duhail for the remainder of the season
- The Brazilian’s current contract at Aston Villa runs until June 2026
- He is set to become teammates with Kenyan international Michael Olunga
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Kenyan striker Michael Olunga was among the first people to react to news of Phillipe Coutinho joining Qatari side Al-Duhail on loan from Aston Villa.
There were hints that the Brazilian would not play an integral role in Unai Emery’s side this season, as he only made two substitute appearances this term.
The 31-year-old’s struggles at Villa have also been there for all to see through his persistent injuries that have followed him ever since he completed a move from Barcelonain January 2022.
At the time, Aston Villa boss Steven Gerrard had high expectations for his former teammate to regain his class which saw him make a sensational £142m move to Barcelona, as per BBC.
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FootballA persistent knee injury however kept the Brazilian from reaching his full potential at Villa, although he has had his moments at the West Midlands club, including scoring on his debut in a thrilling 2-2 draw against Manchester United.
Olunga reacts to Coutinho signingOne subplot in Coutinho’s move to Qatar is he is set to link up with Kenyan international Olunga.
Olunga, who is currently on international duty with Harambee Stars, took to social media on Friday, September 8 with a brilliant reaction to news that he would become teammates with the former Liverpoolsuperstar.
On Twitter, he wrote, “New chef in the kitchen,”
The two players will likely be a decent duo for Al Duhail, who currently
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