Reports suggest that Joel Matip is drawing interest from Lazio and Roma as he readies himself to depart Liverpool on a free transfer in the upcoming summer. The 32-year-old defender from Cameroon, who also possesses an EU passport, has just over two months remaining on his contract with Liverpool, which is not expected to be renewed. Once an integral part of Jurgen Klopp’s squad, Matip has been sidelined since December due to a cruciate ligament injury.
Both Lazio and Roma are anticipated to undergo changes in the summer with their new coaches, Igor Tudor and Daniele De Rossi, respectively initiating their own projects in the Italian capital. Consequently, both clubs are poised to make investments during the transfer window to narrow the gap.
According to reports from Corriere della Sera via Calciomercato.com, Matip is preparing to depart Liverpool without a transfer fee, catching the attention of Roma and Lazio, who may commence negotiations with the experienced defender in the ensuing weeks.
The potential for a deal with either Roman club likely hinges on their ability to secure European qualification, and Matip himself is receptive to the prospect of relocating to the Italian capital.
Joël Matip
Joël Andre Job Matip
GermanyThis season he played in total 10 times for 782 minutes for Premier League.
Joël Matip didn’t score any goal for Liverpool. He procured no assists. He received 2 yellow cards and no red cards.
His team is currently 2nd in Premier League. In the last match Liverpool lost 2-0 against Everton. The next match in Premier League will be against West Ham United.
Liverpool performance and stats
Liverpool
Liverpool is currently 2nd in the Premier League with 74 points.
In the last 34 games, it has won 22 times, drawn 8 times, and lost 4 times. In its last match, Liverpool lost 2-0 against Everton.
It has a positive goal difference after scoring 75 goals and conceding 34.
Liverpool will play the next match in Premier League against West Ham United on Saturday 27th of April in London. The prediction is Liverpool winning the match.
Roma performance and stats
Roma
Roma is currently 5th in the Serie A with 55 points.
In the last 32 games, it has won 16 times, drawn 7 times, and lost 9 times. In its last match, Roma lost 1-3 against Bologna.
It has a positive goal difference after scoring 57 goals and conceding 38.
Lazio performance and stats
Lazio
Lazio is currently 7th in the Serie A with 52 points.
In the last 33 games, it has won 16 times, drawn 4 times, and lost 13 times. In its last match, Lazio won 0-1 against Genoa.
It has a positive goal difference after scoring 42 goals and conceding 35.
Lazio will play the next match in Serie A against Hellas Verona on Saturday 27th of April in Roma. The prediction is Lazio winning the match.
