Mirel Rădoi

Mirel Rădoi

Mirel Matei Rădoi (born 22 March 1981 in Drobeta-Turnu Severin) is a Romanian football midfielder who can also play as center back. He currently plays for Al-Ain FC in the UAE Pro-League.

Radoi is considered a symbolic player for Steaua București. He became also a symbolic player for Al-Hilal and in Saudi Arabia, he received in June 2010 the award for the Player of the Year of the Saudi Professional League. His main nickname at Steaua was "The Godson", being the Godson of Steaua's owner, Gigi Becali. Other nicknames: "Zorro"; "The Captain"; "The Warrior". Rădoi is well known for his leadership and tackling. He also has the ability to drive forward, where his technical skills come into use.