JAKARTA - Radja Nainggolan, a former Belgium international, was arrested by the Brussels police, Belgium, for alleged involvement in the smuggling of cocaine. Ironically, this arrest came just three days after the 36-year-old made his debut with his new club, Lokeren-Temse.
Radja was arrested on Monday, January 27, while his debut with Lokeren-Temse took place on Friday, January 25, in the second caste match of the Belgian League against K. Lierse SK at the Daknams Stadium. In that match, the match ended in a 1-1 draw.
Radja became the equalizer for Lokeren-Temse through a corner that was converted into a goal in the 70th minute. This impressive appearance is an important moment for Radja's career, which was previously considered dimmed after more than a year without playing.
Before joining the Lokeren-Temse, Radja last played for Bhayangkara FC in Liga 1 Indonesia. However, his contract expires in 2024, making him take a hiatus from the green field before being recruited by the Belgian club.
Unfortunately, the sweet debut of the player who once defended AS Roma and Inter Milan must be tarnished due to legal issues. According to reports by Belgian AD media, Radja Nainggolan was arrested in an investigation related to the smuggling of cocaine from South America into Europe.
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"The Brussels Police arrested a former Belgian international, Radja Nainggolan, on Monday morning in the context of investigating the import of cocaine from South America to Europe," AD wrote in its report.
This arrest is part of a major investigation involving the search of a number of properties by the Brussels police. Lokeren-Temse has released a statement stating objective support for Radja during the legal process, although the club also ensures that the player will miss the upcoming match against KS Eupen.
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