The Dutchman, now a fan favourite at Anfield, has explained how close he came to a move to North London in 2016
Liverpool midfielder Gini Wijnaldum has shed light on a conversation he held with Tottenham manager Mauricio Pochettino before he signed for Liverpool two years ago.
The Netherlands star, who was recently appointed fourth choice captain at Anfield after a player vote, has admitted that he came close to a move to Spurs and spoke to Pochettino at length before the Reds came calling in July 2016.
Wijnaldum, 27, has established himself as one of Jurgen Klopp’s most reliable performers since his arrival on Merseyside and claims that, despite talks, former club Newcastle could not come to a suitable agreement with Spurs for his transfer.