West Ham United has submitted a proposal to sign former Liverpool defender Joel Matip, according to Caught Offside. The 33-year-old Cameroonian left Liverpool as a free agent in July after an eight-year spell, during which he won several honors, including the Premier League and Champions League.
Matip has been out of action for almost a year due to a serious knee injury, but his experience and defensive skills make him an attractive signing for West Ham. The Hammers are looking to add depth to their squad after a mixed start to the season.
However, West Ham faces competition from Leicester City, Fulham, and AFC Bournemouth, who have also expressed interest in signing Matip. The defender must now decide where he wants to play next.
If West Ham successfully signs Matip, he could be a valuable addition to their defensive department, despite his recent injury. The club will be hoping to return to winning ways when they take on Fulham after the international break.