Liverpool defender on why just being in the Champions League isn't good enough for Klopp's men

Joel Matip remembers his phone buzzing and being consumed, initially, with feelings of suspicion. It was the winter of 2015 and, having decided he would be leaving Schalke, he was wondering what the future might hold. So when an unrecognised number flashed up, his interest was pricked. Soon all became clear. 'I was like, "Hmmm....",' says Matip, smiling as he relays the story. 'Then I knew it was special.'