Nery Castillo sends well wishes to Mircea Lucescu while recalling past grievance

Former professional footballer Nery Castillo publicly wished 80-year-old manager Mircea Lucescu a speedy recovery following recent reports regarding the coach's health. In a social media post, Castillo expressed support for Lucescu having his son by his side during this difficult time. However, the former Shakhtar Donetsk and Olympiacos player also criticized Lucescu for past professional conduct. Castillo alleged that when he played under the Romanian coach, he was denied permission to visit his mother while she was in a coma. Furthermore, he claimed that he was prohibited from attending her funeral. Despite these accusations, Castillo reiterated his desire for the coach to recover and be supported by his loved ones. The statement highlights a long-standing personal conflict stemming from their time working together.