Joël Matip

Joël Matip's career is defined by his role in one of Liverpool's most successful eras. He started in the 2019 Champions League final, providing the assist for the second goal, and won the Premier League title the following season, Liverpool's first in 30 years. His eight trophies at Liverpool include a domestic cup double in 2022. At Schalke, he won the DFB-Pokal and DFL-Supercup in 2011. Individually, he became the first Liverpool defender to win the Premier League Player of the Month award in February 2017. His consistency and composure made him a fan favorite despite his quiet nature.