Matip signing can be giant leap forward for Liverpool at set-pieces

Schalke have announced their defender Joel Matip is to join Liverpool at the end of the season.

Mon, 15 Feb, 2016 - 00:00

Phil Medlicott

Matip will move on a free transfer when his current contract with the Bundesliga side expires this summer, and reports have suggested he is set to be on a four-year deal at Anfield.

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