Philippe Coutinho has declared his intention to "give something back" to Liverpool's fans in next weekend's Merseyside derby.

Liverpool host the Blues in the 229th Merseyside derby next Sunday, looking to secure a fourth straight victory over their local rivals under Jurgen Klopp.

Coutinho , who joined the Reds in January 2013, is yet to taste defeat in the fixture and was on target in April's 3-1 win at Anfield .

The Brazil international was in sparkling form in Saturday's 5-1 victory away to Brighton, scoring a sumptuous low free-kick before having a big hand in Shane Duffy's own goal - and the playmaker is relishing the upcoming derby meeting.

"These are the games you prepare yourself to the maximum to give something back to the fans," said Coutinho.

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"It's a classic game. These games are very, very attractive to play in - they're important games.

"I've played in quite a few already and I've really enjoyed playing against them."

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Saturday's victory took Liverpool into the Premier League's top four, with Klopp's side having won five of their six fixtures since their 4-1 defeat to Tottenham in October.

The Blues will visit Anfield in good form however, having recorded back-to-back victories to coincide with Sam Allardyce's arrival as new manager.

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Allardyce's first official game in charge saw the Toffees edge out Huddersfield 2-0 at Goodison Park on Saturday and Coutinho is aware of the importance of next Sunday's derby.

He added: "It's a really important game for the city.

"There is a great deal of expectation among the supporters, so it's a huge game.

"To score and win in that game is special. It gives you a particularly good feeling."