Experienced centre-back leaves Liverpool after the end of the season

Experienced central defender Joel Matip will leave Liverpool at the end of the season as a free agent, as reported by the club's official website.

Matip's contract expires in June, and both parties have decided not to extend their cooperation.

"Joel Matip will bid farewell to the Reds this summer after an eight-season spell during which he helped the club to some of its most memorable modern moments. Thank you for everything, Joel", Liverpool stated in their announcement.

Matip joined Liverpool in the summer of 2016 as a free agent. During his time with the Reds, he won seven trophies, including the Premier League and the Champions League.

This season, the 32-year-old played 10 matches before suffering a cruciate ligament injury in early December, sidelining him until at least the end of June.

Both Roma and Lazio are reportedly considering signing Matip.