The footballer Radja Nainggolan, born in Antwerp, Belgium, on May 4, 1988, is known for his career in teams such as Inter Milan, Roma, and Cagliari in Italy's Serie A, as well as in Royal Antwerp in Belgium. The player made his debut with an Olympic goal on January 24 in his most recent match. Although he has had a successful international career with the Belgium national team, with 30 matches and six goals, he has not represented his country since 2018.
Nainggolan has faced several controversies throughout his career, such as his suspension by Roma after he went live on Instagram seemingly in a state of intoxication. Recently, the player was absent from team training without explanation. Although the club respects the presumption of innocence, Nainggolan was arrested for alleged involvement in a drug trafficking network that transports cocaine from Europe to South America.
The Belgian Prosecutor's Office conducted investigations and searches in Brussels and the province of Antwerp, where the former footballer is accused of using the port for illicit activities. These events have caused shock in the European football world, as Nainggolan was detained shortly after signing for Lierse SK in the Belgian Second Division. His imprint on the sport is marked, among other moments, by his Olympic goal in the Belgian second division.
