Rudi Garcia keen to keep Liverpool, Manchester United target Radja Nainggolan

Roma coach Rudi Garcia has said that he is hopeful of retaining the services of Radja Nainggolan beyond this summer, describing the midfielder as a "force of nature".

The Belgian has been linked with moves to Liverpool and Manchester United after impressing for the Giallorossi last season.

The 27-year-old last week played down speculation linking him with the Premier League, and Garcia says that he is counting on him next season.

"Nainggolan is a true force of nature," he told France Football.

"He's got an exceptional mentality and a winning character. He is a leader and I'm counting on him for next season.

His contract at Stadio Olimpico expires in 2018.