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The evolution of Gini Wijnaldum: How the young trickster became Liverpool’s golden thread

The 26-year-old, who proved decisive against Manchester City last time out, is ready to weave brilliance for the Reds again on Sunday

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Leroy Fer was full of high-fives and hugs to celebrate Georginio Wijnaldum's transfer to Liverpool long before it actually materialised. As the summer of 2010 edged closer, the rumours in both England and Netherlands escalated: the youngest debutant in Feyenoord’s history would be transporting his talents to Anfield.

As a team-mate, but moreover as a close friend to ‘Gini’ since the age of 14, Fer couldn’t help but probe into the press reports.