Leverkusen to sign Matip on a free?
Germany's red company team are reportedly interested in adding an experienced central defender to their roster ahead of next season. The search has led to a familiar name. Former FC Schalke 04 center back Jöel Matip is available on a free transfer after his contract with Liverpool F.C. expired this past summer. If signed, the 32-year-old would be by far the most experienced CB on the Bayer 04 Leverkusen roster.
Matip contested a total of 194 Bundesliga games during his seven total seasons as a Schalke professional. He also netted 17 times for die Königsblauen in the league and twice in the Pokal. Leverkusen recently struck gold with a free transfer last year with the acquisition of Spanish wingback Alejandro Grimaldo. Matip hasn't made a competitive appearance for Liverpool in the current calendar year, but still maintains an estimated market worth of €8 million.