Schalke defender Joel Matip is open to moving to the Premier League.

BILD says Matip is willing to leave Schalke to fulfil his dream of playing in the Premier League.

Newcastle United are keen on the Cameroon international.

Matip has informed Schalke he will assess the next months of development at the club before making his decision.

“From our side everything is clear," said Schalke sporting director Horst Heldt. “However, Joel wants to await developments at the club."