Wijnaldum: We’re having fun

Liverpool midfielder Georginio Wijnaldum says a fun atmosphere around Anfield has been key in propelling the Reds up the Premier League table.

Wijnaldum moved to Merseyside in the summer from Newcastle on a five-year contract after finishing the 2015/16 season as the relegated Magpies’ top scorer with eleven goals from 38 appearances.

The Dutchman is one of the first names on Jurgen Klopp’s team-sheet and is relishing the chance to help strengthen Liverpool’s title bid.

In an interview with Soccer Saturday, Wijnaldum said: “The way we are working, it’s really fun and because we are winning a lot of games it gives us a lot of confidence and we enjoy football more.

“If you don’t win games, it’s difficult to enjoy and see the fun in football.

“I work with a good manager and my teammates are good, quality players. That makes me a better player.”

Since joining Liverpool, Wijnaldum has had less success in front of goal than he enjoyed last season, but the 26-year-old is confident the goals will come and is happy with the current situation the …

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