Where Is Radja Nainggolan Now? An Update on the Former Roma and Inter Star

Where is Radja Nainggolan Now?

The question on many people’s minds is about Radja Nainggolan, the Belgian midfielder who has recently spoken to the press about his relationships with ultras during his years in Italy.
As he approaches the age of 36, having celebrated his birthday in May, Nainggolan’s professional career seems to be winding down, although he has yet to hang up his boots.

For some time, his name has surfaced in discussions not due to his performances on the pitch, but rather because of his often sharp remarks to the media reminiscent of his more illustrious days.
Notably, just a few years back, he was considered one of the strongest and most complete midfielders in Serie A, which led Inter to spend a staggering 38 million euros, including young Nicolò Zaniolo in the deal, to acquire him from Roma.

Radja Nainggolan’s Biography

Full Name: Radja Nainggolan

Date of Birth: May 4, 1988

Place of Birth: Antwerp, Belgium

Height and Weight: 178 cm, 84 kg

Dominant Foot: Right

Nationality: Belgian and Indonesian

Family Background: His Indonesian father left when he was young.

Personal Life: Married to Claudia Lai, father of two daughters.

Current Status: Free agent

Playing Style: Dynamic midfielder with powerful shooting and a good sense for goal.

Fun Fact: He has a twin sister.

What is Radja Nainggolan Doing Today?

His football journey began in the youth sector of Germinal Beerschot, making a significant impact by moving to Piacenza in 2005.
Then, in January 2010, he joined Cagliari, marking his Serie A debut.
By January 2014, Roma acquired him on a loan deal for 3 million euros, later making the purchase permanent for 6 million euros during his five seasons in the capital, where he scored 33 goals in 200 appearances.

Nainggolan later followed Luciano Spalletti to Inter, but his time there was less than stellar.
He found himself on two loan spells back at Cagliari before terminating his contract with Inter in August 2021.
Returning to Belgium, he joined Antwerp, and later moved to Spal under Daniele De Rossi, a tenure that ended with the club’s relegation to Serie C.

His public persona has evolved into one of a player not shying away from alcohol and cigarettes, resulting in his driving license being suspended while in Antwerp.
After a disappointing stint with Bhayangkara in Indonesia, Nainggolan currently remains a free agent, likely signaling the end of his footballing career, during which he has not managed to lift any major trophies with either club or country.