Ronny Deila provides update on Raskin case: ‘Standard did everything to keep Nico’

Ronny Deila, two days behind Antwerp – Standard, gave an update. “It’s a shame for everyone, but it’s a situation where there is no win-win, it has become more political, and the club had to make a decision.”

The decision is to no longer rely on Raskin for the A core. “I spoke with Nico. He is disappointed on one side, but he knows what he is doing, he knew it might happen. Asked regarding the club’s proposal, the Norwegian coach was clear: “The club did everything to keep him. I didn’t see the offer, but I heard regarding it. I don’t know if it is a question of money, or rather an opportunity for him to leave.”

Ronny Deila, at the start of the season, explained that Nicolas Raskin’s profile was ideal for building a plan around him. But over the months, he realized that this would no longer be possible. “We have to think regarding the future of the club. We have a player capital that we have to grow.”

Ronny Deila has also announced that Nathan Ngoy may need surgery soon due to a persistent muscle problem.