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Liverpool are firmly in the market for a new centre-back following the departure of Joel Matip at the end of his contract last term. The only question that remains is which name the Merseysiders will prioritise ahead of the opening of the summer window on June 14.

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Watch: Liverpool say goodbye to starlet who scored worldie for academy

It was a day where the departures of Thiago Alcantara and Joel Matip were rubber stamped but Liverpool have also said goodbye to several academy talents too.

Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / June 5

Three LFC players undertake UEFA B licence training ahead of possible coaching career

Liverpool have a dressing room full of leaders and perhaps nothing shows that more than three of them looking into a world of coaching. Thanks to a picture posted by the Professional Footballers’ Association, we can see that Joel Matip, Diogo Jota and Adrian have been learning together.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / June 4

‘For sure…’ – Fabrizio Romano shares his latest info on Liverpool summer transfer mission

Fabrizio Romano has named two defenders who Liverpool have scouted ahead of a potential move in the summer transfer window. With Joel Matip having departed

Soccer News / Tribal Football / May 27

Bournemouth go for Matip

Former Liverpool defender Joel Matip does not want to leave the Premier League yet. The 32 year old free agent defender is set to sign for a top flight club in the coming weeks.

Soccer News / Tribal Football / May 21

Bournemouth, Southampton eyeing departing Liverpool defender Matip

Liverpool departing centre half Joel Matip is set to stay in the Premier League in the coming months. The 32-year-old said goodbye to the Anfield crowd at the weekend after they beat Wolves in the Premier League.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / May 17

Pacho not only Frankfurt player Liverpool like; Fabrizio Romano shares what he’s heard

Liverpool will be in the market for defensive reinforcements this summer. This comes ahead of Joel Matip’s set departure at the end of the season after eight years of service at Anfield (arrived in 2016).

Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / May 17

Watch: Klopp confirms Matip’s retirement plans as Liverpool departure announced

Jurgen Klopp is leaving Liverpool with many different members of staff but it was Joel Matip who became the first player confirmed as departing too. Speaking about the defender in his pre-match press conference, the 56-year-old said: “Have you ever seen a better free transfer than Joel Matip?

Liverpool FC News / Tribal Football / May 17

Joel Matip announces departure from Liverpool

Joel Matip has announced his departure from Liverpool. The defender will end eight years with Anfield when his contract expires at the end of next month.

Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / May 17

Liverpool announce second player departure this summer; no new contract

Jurgen Klopp, Pep Lijnders, Joel Matip and so many others are leaving Liverpool this summer but this isn’t the end of the farewells – with another player now leaving the club.

Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / May 17

Liverpool’s first player summer departure confirmed; fans will be gutted

Jurgen Klopp is not the only man leaving Liverpool this summer, with most of his coaching staff following the German out the exit door and now our first player is going too.

Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / May 16

Klopp at Liverpool, Season 6: Defence with a difference, silent Anfield and the holy goalie’s head

This is the sixth part in our series charting Jurgen Klopp’s nine seasons at Liverpool from his 2015 arrival to his upcoming departure from Anfield. Liverpool

Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / May 11

Watch: Injured Liverpool stalwart who could leave this summer spotted in training

It seems that this summer will see more than just the coaching staff at Liverpool change, with several players likely to also call an end to their Anfield careers.

Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / May 8

What Sky Sports reporter is now hearing about Liverpool & Willian Pacho

Liverpool are expected to bolster their defensive department ahead of potential departures this summer. Joel Matip’s contract, for one, is currently set to expire in 2025, with a ruptured ACL having derailed much of the Cameroonian’s 2023/24 season.

Liverpool FC News / Last Word On Sports / April 20

Liverpool Predicted Lineup Vs Fulham: ‘Remarkable’ Forward Makes First Start Since Injury

Liverpool travel to the capital to face Fulham at Craven Cottage. The fixture will be the fourth time this season they have met and takes place on April 21.

Liverpool FC News / Last Word On Sports / April 18

Liverpool Predicted Lineup vs Atalanta: ‘Remarkable’ Youngster Out for Weeks

Liverpool travel to Italy to face Atalanta in the second leg of their Europa League Quarter-Final clash. Extraordinarily, the first leg ended 3-0 to Gian Piero Gasperini’s side.

Liverpool FC News / Last Word On Sports / April 11

Liverpool Predicted Lineup Vs Atalanta: £120K P/W ‘Marquee Signing’ Dropped

Liverpool host Atalanta in the Europa League Quarter-Finals. The first-leg will take place from Anfield on April 11, with the second-leg just a week later.

Liverpool FC News / Last Word On Sports / April 10

Massive Squad Boost for Liverpool and Jurgen Klopp as Three Players Return to Training

Liverpool are set for a timely squad boost as Alisson Becker, Trent Alexander-Arnold, and Diogo Jota edge closer to making their returns from injury. The Reds could have their key injured stars back sooner than initially expected.

Liverpool FC News / Last Word On Sports / April 7

Liverpool Predicted Lineup vs Manchester United: ‘Very Important’ Star Starts After Injury

Liverpool travel away to Old Trafford to face bitter rivals Manchester United. The fixture takes place on April 7 at an unusual 3:30 PM (BST) KO, due to potential fan trouble.

Liverpool FC News / Last Word On Sports / February 6

Liverpool’s Defeat to Arsenal a Symptom of Wider ‘Big Six’ Problem

Liverpool suffered their second league defeat of the season on Sunday, February 4, losing 3-1 to Arsenal enabling the Gunners to narrow the gap to their title rivals to two points.

Liverpool FC News / Last Word On Sports / January 2

‘Boost to the Club’s Title Challenge’: Liverpool Eyeing Defensive Reinforcements for January Transfer Window

Liverpool are holding onto a slim lead at the top of the Premier League table at the time of writing. Jurgen Klopp’s side have been in top form during both their domestic and continental campaigns.

Soccer News / Last Word On Sports / December 9

Liverpool Eyeing Potential Move For £25 Million ‘Defensive Rock’ To Replace Injured Joel Matip

Liverpool were dealt a blow during their recent 2-0 win over Sheffield United as defender Joel Matip suffered a nasty knee injury.

Soccer News / FanNation Futbol / December 7

Premier League Injury Table: Liverpool Up To Fifth After Joel Matip Blow, West Ham 20th

Joel Matip may have played his final game for Liverpool. It was confirmed by the club this week that the defender - whose contract is due to expire in June 2024 - had ruptured his anterior cruciate ligament during Liverpool's 4-3 win over Fulham on Sunday.

Soccer News / FanNation LFC Transfer Room / July 21, 2022

‘Great Finish, Great Speed and the Body He Always Puts In’ - Joel Matip on Darwin Nunez’s First Goals for Liverpool

Darwin Nunez put any doubt to rest this evening finding the goal four times in Liverpool's 5-0 pre-season win in Germany this evening against RB Leipzig.

Liverpool FC News / FanNation LFC Transfer Room / July 14, 2022

'He Made My Life Quite Hard' - Joel Matip Relieved To Have Darwin Nunez At Liverpool And Not Against Them

Liverpool defender Joel Matip has been speaking about the qualities of new signing, Darwin Nunez, in a recent interview. The Reds made their move earlier in the summer to sign the striker after agreeing a fee with Benfica that could become a club record transfer.

Soccer News / FanNation LFC Transfer Room / June 26, 2022

Report: Liverpool Willing To Keep Nat Phillips, Due To Joel Matip And Joe Gomez Contract Uncertainty

Nat Phillips made an impact on the Liverpool fans during the 2020/21 season when the team were ravished with injuries. The tough defender stepped in when The Reds needed him the most and never looked out of place.