Georginio Wijnaldum

[Buzzo]

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The lads that came in 2017 (Robbo, Salah etc) are, incredibly, on track to obliterate that record.

Gini is great though. I really hope he stays. But, look at Thiago, sometimes a player just wants a new challenge. He’s been a great signing, will go down on folklore for his ‘Angry Gini’ Barca performance!

[fowlen]

I would have no hesitation in offering him the cash and the contract.
Over the last 2 years I think he has genuinely been world class. He plays the big games, is always solid, never looses possession and technically is one of the best players on the planet.
I think he will be very similar to Millie in a few years. Gini is super fit, looks after himself really well and I can still see him doing a brilliant job for any team in his mid thirties. I also believe he will be a huge influence on the younger players. We are truely blessed to have leaders like him, Hendo and Millie

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Mr UNDERRATED

[spud_gun]

That's a mental stat when you think about all of the great teams we've had over the years.

It's even more remarkable when you factor in the fact we weren't the crushing machine we've been for the last two seasons when Gini first signed.

Shows the quality of Klopp's Liverpool.

[RedReet]

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Although I can see this record being short lived.

[RedReet]

Well, why would you pay someone more when it's likely you'll get less out them over that period? And at the end of that period you can't get your money back.

Problem we have is he is in a position to leave on a free anyway..

Can't really see a compromise.

Why is it likely? And who is to say what he is asking for isn't less than what a replacement might cost?

Do you expect him to take a pay cut or stay on the same contract he agreed 4 years ago, while all other players have signed improved contracts since?

Anyway, it's a pointless discussion as we don't know if money is the issue.

[Irishnev]

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[greenturnip]

We need to find a machine to replace him. Sadly, it won't be Naby.

[BG1973]

Well, why would you pay someone more when it's likely you'll get less out them over that period? And at the end of that period you can't get your money back.

Problem we have is he is in a position to leave on a free anyway..

Can't really see a compromise.

[RedReet]

But in 4 years he will worth a fair bit less than in 2.

At an age where might start seeing some injuries too.. And performance 'should' start to decline.. Although he seems superhuman.

All in all if he wants more money on a longer contract then he probably needs to move.

What do you mean worth less? As in he wouldn't justify his contract?

Anyway my (half serious) point was that Wijnaldum is a machine and is rarely injured. In two years he could rack up 100+ appearances which is more than some players might manage over 4 years, so in terms of value for money, which is better?

Personally, I see Gini playing at the very top level deep into his 30's.

Totally disagree with the last line. If he wants more money and a longer contract we should give him it. As I've said before, I just don't think money is the issue with Gini, it makes no sense.

[BG1973]

That has been rumoured, but he'll play more in 2 years than some of our midfielders will play in 4 so just doesn't add up.

But in 4 years he will worth a fair bit less than in 2.

At an age where might start seeing some injuries too.. And performance 'should' start to decline.. Although he seems superhuman.

All in all if he wants more money on a longer contract then he probably needs to move.

[sean_lfc]

He probably wants to play with more freedom and enjoy his football in a different way. He's on his out-years, he's World, European, CWC, League champion. He bangs them in for Holland and plays a different role for us. Coupled with the contract situation... how the cookie crumbles. Nothing bad about it to be honest, he's a stellar player for the club and gives it his all. I'd wish him and his wonderful smile all the best whatever happens.

[RedReet]

I thought it was that he wants 4 years and we won't offer that given his age?

That has been rumoured, but he'll play more in 2 years than some of our midfielders will play in 4 so just doesn't add up.

[Exiled_red]

I thought it was that he wants 4 years and we won't offer that given his age?

[Fredo]

Maybe he’s decided he wants a new challenge?

Top, top player. One of the world’s best midfielders at the moment. He never loses the ball.