It was of little surprise to see Jamie Carragher lavishing rich praise on Liverpool defender Joel Matip - and he was correct to do just that. After all, Matip has enjoyed a superb season and been ever present for his club.
His reward was the former Anfield stalwart claiming that he has been better than Virgil van Dijk this season, a surprising claim indeed but not one wholly without merit. Together, they have formed a formidable partnership.
Ever present across this campaign, Matip has featured in all but one Premier League game.