I don't think people realize how good he has been to our game in possession the last two games. Numerous occasions, both Spurs and Leicester tried to cut off all passing avenues from the centre backs. And, it was Matip's composure which meant, their press didn't yield any results. He just held on to the ball till a pass appeared, or if pressed hard could just dribble around the man and run forward. He is too good. I haven't felt this good watching a new signing who is not a attacker since 2004 when I watched Xabi for the first time. I know this is high praise, but that is how good his composure on the ball has been.
Another thing, he is so cultured as a footballer that even his clearances are like passes with the instep.
His defending has been good too, but he is far more than his defending. What Stones is to Guardiola, Matip is to us.
Fantastic, hope he keeps improving to greater things.