Giliano Wijnaldum (born 31 August 1992) is a Dutch former professional footballer of Surinamese descent who plays as a left back.
[5] Wijnaldum then made his debut for the club on 16 April 2011, where he played 11 minutes after coming on as a substitute in the second half, in a 3–1 win over ADO Den Haag.
[13] Wijnaldum was given a number twenty-five shirt ahead of the new season, where he revealed that his Georginio told him to take it, as well as, hopes of getting a first team opportunity.
[25] However, in a match against Twente on 12 April 2015, Wijnaldum was involved in an incident with the club's supporters after racially abusing him for his lack of commitment.
[28] After the club were relegated back to Eerste Divisie through the playoffs, Wijnaldum finished his first season, making twenty-three appearances in all competitions.
After leaving Go Ahead Eagles, Wijnaldum moved to Germany when he joined VfL Bochum, signing a two-year contract, on 15 June 2015.
[34] On 5 January 2017, Wijnaldum moved to the United States when he joined Philadelphia Union, based in the Major League Soccer.
[35] Upon joining Philadelphia Union, the club's Sporting Director Earnie Stewart, commented on his move, quoting: "I believe Giliano is one of those players that flies under the radar, with great upside potential.
His older brother, Georginio Wijnaldum, plays as an attacking midfielder for Saudi Pro league club Al-Ettifaq .