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The midfielder claimed that he was "just a normal person" and defended his controversial lifestyle
Radja Nainggolan is opposed to his reputation as a "bad boy", declaring himself "normal person" and proud of his origins.
The strong personality of Inter's midfielder has made him a fan favorite and a target of criticism over the years.
His smoking has also earned him a reproach, considering his profession, and, associated with his reputation, may have played a role in his exclusion from the Belgian World Cup group this summer.
Whatever the case may be, Nainggolan took the time to answer the negative press that was against him, to talk about his smoking and his consumption of alcohol, stating that he is acceptable for a player to do both, even if it's not a typical job.
"I can tell you that I am only a normal person and not a bad boy because many people call me," Nainggolan said. France Football. "I can walk in the worst neighborhoods and live normally. I can accept the favors granted to the players, but that does not mean that I seek them.
"I shop at the supermarket, I can drink and smoke a cigarette with serenity. Even a footballer can smoke, even if it's not a "normal" job. "
Nainggolan grew up in Antwerp in a single-parent family, under difficult conditions, before joining the Italian club Piacenza in 2005.
The retired Belgian international reflected on these beginnings and said that his desire to provide for all his family was inspired by his late mother.
"At first, in Piacenza, I earned a thousand euros a month, but for me and my family, it was a lot," he added. "I try to ensure a good standard of living for all members of my family. I am inspired by my mother. She was the most important person of my life, she had nothing but she gave me everything by making a lot of sacrifices.
"I have a strong bond with my twin sister, she is homosexual and happy and that is enough for me."
The midfielder also explained how he considered himself a player, believing himself "Italian" after spending his career there with Piacenza, Cagliari and Roma.
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Although he does not consider himself the master of individual skills, Nainggolan considers himself a valuable man of great crafts.
"I am very proud of my origins even though they did not allow me to have an easy life," he said. "I feel originally from Antwerp while as a player, I consider myself Italian both from a technical and tactical point of view.
"I have a lot of qualities but I do not excel. My style allows me to give everything for my teammates. "
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