Liverpool have made some brilliant bargain signings over the last couple of decades.
And that includes plenty of stars who came in on a free transfer.
Matip's recent performances and the fact he has now played more than 100 games for the Reds got us thinking - and for Sunday's Agenda video on the Blood Red Youtube channel, we put together a free transfer top five.
Top five Liverpool free transfers and why
1) James Milner
"Milner's the free transfer who has been there the longest. He's had the most responsibility, he's stepped up with big goals. He was there in Madrid, he's won the Champions League. He has delivered so many times and he gets better with age."
2) Gary McAllister
"Until last season, he was still No. 1. So many memories: the Barcelona penalty, the Everton winner. He was so vital for that run where Liverpool won the treble and qualified for the Champions League. Imagine if the Reds had him 10 years earlier."
3) Joel Matip
"He's been there long enough and he's won the Champions League. So far this season Van Dijk hasn't been at his best. Matip has outshone him at times. He is the man in possession of the shirt alongside Virgil, but he's made a proper claim to make it his own long-term."
4) Fabio Aurelio
"He's stepped up for some big moments in his Liverpool career. He was at the Arsenal game at the weekend and still has that connection with the fans. He was brilliant and had such a good left foot on him."
5) Maxi Rodriguez
"He wasn't there for the longest period but he was a quality player. He scored some memorable goals and we all remember his hat-tricks. And he's got one of the best chants heard at Anfield in the past decade."
Honourable mentions also went to Markus Babbel (who narrowly missed out on fifth spot), along with Kolo Toure, Bolo Zenden, Jari Litmanen, Robbie Fowler and Craig Bellamy.
Clovis Lampi
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Nice saying Mate. Some fans don’t support the growth of other players they just support a particular player. Matip is improving N we all can see. He played a great part in our champion league matches. N even brought us back in the Community shields against city. And now a goal to lift us up against Arsenal. Can’t u see growth
bro is people are smoking always. they keep on saying van dijk van dijk not considering Roberson TAA and matip especially now with his influence.
vezabiruz
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All glory goes to VVD. Remove VVD you will see why am saying this.... 🤔
you forgot there was no CVS vs bare, you for getting Matipe was out standing
Neelprstz
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Cr7
shariinu
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Matip the tall man in the dugout...
Doebeimz
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This is nonsensical, aren’t they both Liverpool players? What matters who is selected by the coach to do the best job for Liverpool. Respect the coach, please.
demcdrtu
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is about the combination. is not all about van dijk but the combination. matip is getting better with age and dominating van dijk in every match this reason. I think if Gomes is good he can still be a good partner to matip. the rapid development of TAA and Andy are also factors not only about van dijk. get it well
Nice saying Mate. Some fans don’t support the growth of other players they just support a particular player. Matip is improving N we all can see. He played a great part in our champion league matches. N even brought us back in the Community shields against city. And now a goal to lift us up against Arsenal. Can’t u see growth
ibarusha
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matip is shining of course.
RED_Madridista
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is about the combination. is not all about van dijk but the combination. matip is getting better with age and dominating van dijk in every match this reason. I think if Gomes is good he can still be a good partner to matip. the rapid development of TAA and Andy are also factors not only about van dijk. get it well
VVD is best defender in the world ATM but Matip does all dirty work for Van Dijk and we know that but Gomez is next big thing, He is fast, strong and his athleticism is on another level, So All our CBs are World Class😍😍 Don't fight for Mane and Salah, VVD and Matip #YNWA..
Lecacdkt
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where is Aaadddrrriiiaaannnn!!
Clovis Lampi
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All glory goes to VVD. Remove VVD you will see why am saying this.... 🤔
is about the combination. is not all about van dijk but the combination. matip is getting better with age and dominating van dijk in every match this reason. I think if Gomes is good he can still be a good partner to matip. the rapid development of TAA and Andy are also factors not only about van dijk. get it well
numbklprz
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nice team
Clovis Lampi
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matip is killing it this season. after reading this Owen will be like he is gonna collapse soon.
Clovis Lampi
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matip of course you are perfect now.
Nidbkotyz
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All glory goes to VVD. Remove VVD you will see why am saying this.... 🤔
Heueikou
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ilike his carm when he playing
vueaklnpuz
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😴matip of cause
Ruzbclmor
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liverpool en desord