Philippe Coutinho was born in Rio de Janeiro.
== Style of play ==Considered to be an archetypal Brazilian number 10 advanced playmaker, Coutinho has been used as an attacking midfielder, second striker, as a central midfielder in a number 8 role, and even as a wide attacking midfielder on the flanks, where he excels at providing assists for teammates
 Coutinho thrived in the street environment, developing skill and improvisation

