Nainggolan: ‘Roma lost faith in me’

By Football Italia staff

Radja Nainggolan says he joined Inter because they “made me feel important, something I had lost at Roma”.

The midfielder has officially joined the Nerazzurri on a four-year contract, moving for €24m plus Nicolò Zaniolo and Davide Santon.

“I didn't expect such a warm welcome,” Nainggolan told Inter TV.

“I’m happy, now it’s up to me to turn it into more applause. The affection of the fans is important for any player, it means there’s enthusiasm. I am too, and I hope we can achieve satisfaction.

“Luciano Spalletti? My best season was with him, I hope I can repeat it. I’m at his disposal and I’m happy to work with him again.

“It’s important to feel the trust of the boss and [Vice-President Javier] Zanetti. They made me feel important, something I had lost at Roma.

“My choice was simple, even if you can’t forget the past. I’m happy and fired-up for this new adventure.

“I still don’t know the fans too well, but given how they welcomed me I hope we can have a really great season and do well in the Champions League too.

“Inter have to return to being important in Europe.”

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