Belgian footballer arrested in cocaine examination

Belgian footballer Radja Nainggolan has been arrested as part of a study of cocaine trafficking.

The 36-year-old was one of several suspects arrested by the Belgian police on Monday morning after a series of attacks were carried out across the country.

“The investigation relates to alleged facts about the import of cocaine from South America to Europe via the port of Antwerp and its redistribution in Belgium,” Brussels Prosecutor’s Office said in a statement.

No further information has been released to the public.

The arrest comes only six days after Nainggolan got out of retirement to sign for the Lokeren in the Belgian second division.

He scored on his debut and gave his side a point in their 1-1 home draw to K. Liesse.

Born in Antwerp, the midfielder spent most of his career in Italy and played for both Roma and Inter Milan.

Between 2009 and 2018 he played 30 appearances for the Belgian national team.