The Union announced the signing of Giliano Wijandum on Thursday. Yes, thats Giliano - not Georginio Wijnaldum. While his quality is certainly a step below that of his brother’s who is currently a regular for Jurgen Klopp at Liverpool, this appears to be a good signing by all accounts. It fills a position of need with Fabinho on the wrong side of 30 while adding athleticism, versatility and competition to the roster.
The immediate reaction was priceless. The majority of people chiming in about the signing appeared to experience a brief moment of shock while under the impression that the Union had plucked a midfielder straight from Anfield.