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Connor Dunn

Jurgen Klopp's passionate view on Liverpool star Gini Wijnaldum amid contract uncertainty

There is uncertainty surrounding Gini Wijnaldum's contract renewal at Liverpool - not that you'd ever know it from his unwavering world-class performances on the pitch.

The Dutch international has entered into the final year of his deal with the Reds.

Should an agreement over a new contract not come to pass, he will be able to discuss any potential free transfer with suitors in just 21 days time.

Wijnaldum has been, and remains, an integral part of Klopp's squad after joining from Newcastle in 2016 - helping Liverpool to claim the biggest prizes in football on the planet.

He has continued to impress for Liverpool this season despite all the speculation around whether he will stay on at Anfield.

And manage Jurgen Klopp has paid testament to the versatile player's "top character".

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Klopp was asked in his press conference ahead of the trip to Fulham about whether Wijnaldum's performances this season are a true indication of what an incredible professional the 30-year-old is.

"Absolutely," the manager replied.

"The character of Gini Wijnaldum has never been in doubt.

"He has been here a long time and played in the majority of games.

"He's helped us a lot in all the things we have achieved since he has been here too.

"A top player and a top character."

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