A little bit about Mino Raiola.
I have read numerous articles, listen to interviews and talked to respectable people I know who have met him in person, and none had something bad to say
The idea that he’s some sorts of evil behind the scene figure who orchestrates transfers who only benefits him and his firm is a lazy an a wrong narrative. There are shady agents out there but to reach the heights where you represent world class players you need to have knowledge and negotiation skills to be respected and successful.
Do you honestly think that Haaland and his father consult him by accident?
My understanding from talking with those people is that he’s a good listener, warm and polite and someone who cares about his friends and clients. They speak about a intelligent man who is genuine and generous, someone who will help you in a second if he has a chance. Far away from being egoistic and sneaky.
There is no contradiction with being a good business man, a talented negotiator and caring about his clients.
The reason players like him is because he always take care of them, looking after their best interest without forgetting who pays him.
I perfectly understands why Halland Sr consults him and use his knowledge. Smart people often co operate with the best advisors they can find. That’s why I find some criticism against Raiola unfair and lazy.
