If the only thing Gini Wijnaldum ever did for Liverpool football club was Barcelona (H) that would frankly be enough.

The fact that he effectively stabilized the midfield and shaped opposition possession in a way that allowed us to play the football we played for two seasons?

Any attacking team on the planet: Gini Wijnaldum walks into their XI and improves them.

Any seemingly balanced or “defensive” team on the planet? Gini Wijnaldum (freer role—Barca and Manchester United 2019/20 at Anfield; Dutch national team) walks into their XI and improves them.

I’m tired.

Ok one last thing: there aren’t many players who can change their game entirely (either for different managers or in different positions) and excel in multiple roles, and “workman” roles are overlooked. This Liverpool team has success bc their midfield is full of these players.

Nice.