Nainggolan unpacks: by saying goodbye to Roma and nightly escapades!

Nainggolan unpacks: by saying goodbye to Roma and nightly escapades!

An explosive unveiling from the former Roma star Radja Nainggolan! In a brand new podcast talk with the entrepreneur Marco Cappelli, the Belgian midfielder unfiltered his thoughts about the dark sides of professional football and the shocking machinations of sports director Monchi. What does Nainggolan say about his time in Rome?

Nainggolan, who most recently played at the Indonesian club Bhayangkara Presisi FC, but is currently without a contract, accused one of the once most powerful men in football: "Monchi made me feel important, but in the end he wanted to sell me without a word of farewell!" This direct admission whirls up the silent football world and shows the invisible fights that top players have to live through.

a bitter sweet farewell

The relationship between Nainggolan and Monchi was characterized by tensions. Both worked together at Roma between 2017 and 2018 before Monchi stroked the sail in March 2019. "If I had known that he would go after only six months, I would probably have stayed in Rome," revealed the talented Belgian. The emotions about the abrupt switch to Inter Milan can still be felt: "Perhaps my grief about the farewell to Rome was so great that my move to Inter was misunderstood." Disruptive changes that arouse emotions - a real drama on the soccer field!

with excitement you wonder how Nainggolan made the leap into the Italian football scene. Between 2004 and 2023 he stopped at various clubs - from Piacenza U19 to Spal. But now, at the age of 35, the urge to not hang out the football shoes is stronger than ever, even if no club is waiting for him.

preferences and party nights

In the dazzling podcast format, Nainggolan also chats about his personal selection of football legends. He highlights his dream team, but to his surprise, Cristiano Ronaldo is left out - instead another Ronaldo celebrates his recognition. In goal? The undisputed Gianluigi Buffon! During the defense, he sets up with Maicon, Maldini, Thiago Silva and Marcelo. A powerful team!

But Nainggolan is not only known for his football skills. He also frankly admits to be a fan of excessive nights. The midfielder admits that his best buddy was Brozovic while celebrating. "We never recognized ourselves at the end of the night!" Laughter the Belgian in the podcast. A real insight into the nocturne life of the professionals!

his experiences reveal the wilder side of football. "If you knew what players are doing!" Nainggolan brings reality to the table. The tiny insight behind the scenes shows the challenges of an athlete: "I went open with a cigarette because people knew that I was smoking, but I know 15 smokers in a changing room!" Another example of the fact that the football world does not always correspond to the shine and fame we see!