(Video) Gini Wijnaldum’s all-action performance for Holland v Belgium proves he can cover Liverpool’s right-wing

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When Liverpool signed relegated midfielder Gini Wijnaldum from Newcastle this summer, many Liverpool fans questioned why we were acquiring a player who had no obvious role in our team.

But Jurgen Klopp already had a plan, using him in his midfield three – maximising his ability to cover ground and contribute defensively and offensively.

In January though we’ll be without Sadio Mane due to the Senegalese’s AFCON duties, and Wijnaldum’s performance v Belgium for Netherlands Wednesday night proves he could cover the right-wing position in the front-three.

For the Dutch, Wijnaldum patrolled this flank with aplomb, playing smart passes, beating players and providing both width and pace.

This, for us, is promising.

Pictures via MrBoyWunder, YouTube

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