The Italy international could be heading to Newcastle United, according to the bookies.
Popular bookmakers BETVICTOR have installed Newcastle as surprise 8/1 outsiders in the race to sign Nice hitman Mario Balotelli, who will be available on a free transfer in the summer.
The former Manchester City and Liverpool striker joined the Ligue 1 outfit in the summer of 2016, and has actually proven to be a wonderful asset for them, scoring 39 goals in 60 appearances in all competitions.
The 27-year-old has had his fair share of problems throughout his career, with his off-field antics often upstaging his performances on the pitch.
Balotelli possess undoubted quality, though, and if he could find a way to channel his talent, he will surely prove to be a superb asset for whichever club wins the race for his signature.
BETVICTOR believe that the Italian’s next destination could be the Premier League, and they list Newcastle as 8/1 outsiders to sign him, behind Napoli at 5/1 and Roma at 6/1.
The enigmatic striker possesses all of the attributes that Newcastle need – power, pace and a winning mentality.
The St James’ Park faithful would surely love to see a player with Balotelli’s quality on Tyenside, and despite his previous problems, he would still have to be considered as an excellent signing, if the Toon do indeed win the race for his signature.
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