The Dark Horse XI of the upcoming EPL season - players who can turn the fortunes of their teams

7) Philippe Coutinho (Liverpool)

Philippe Coutinho – the Liverpool no. 10 can well match up to the jersey’s reputation

Once hailed as the “future of Inter” by club president Massimo Moratti, Philippe Coutinho has already established himself among the Kop favorites.

Handed over the number 10 jersey previously worn by the likes of Michael Owen and John Barnes, the former Inter attacker is more than capable of handling the mantle.

Coutinho has all the qualities in a quintessential Brazilian number 10, possessing pace, trickery, a good first touch, dribbling, versatility and an eye for goal. Scoring 3 goals and assisting 7 in just 13 appearances last season shows that he has taken to the Premier League like a duck to water.

Although few criticize him for occasionally losing the ball during dribbles, the Brazilian is just 21 years of age has a lot to learn. He provides the Merseysiders a new dimension in their attack.