Players Abroad of Monday, 16 January 2017Source: cameroononline.orgLiverpool forced to withdraw Joël Matip from ManchesterDefender is in dispute with Cameroon over eligibilityLiverpool have been forced to withdraw Joël Matip from their match against Manchester United on Sunday after failing to get clearance from Fifa. Matip, who was poised to return at Old Trafford after an ankle injury, has been in dispute with Cameroon over his availability for the Africa Cup of Nations. “Liverpool Football Club can confirm Joël Matip has been withdrawn from selection for today’s Premier League fixture at Manchester United as the club continues to seek clarity from Fifa as to the player’s eligibility,” read a statement. “The Cameroon Football Federation have failed to confirm that Matip can therefore play club football during the period of the Africa Cup of Nations. The 18-year-old Trent Alexander-Arnold replaces the full-back in Jürgen Klopp’s starting lineup and will make his first Premier League start.

Source: CameroonWeb January 16, 2017 10:41 UTC