Mario Balotelli Hits New Low as Ex-Liverpool and Man City Star ‘Rejected by Indian Team’

Out-of-Favor Forward Struggles to Find a Club

Former Liverpool and Manchester City striker Mario Balotelli has reportedly been rejected by an Indian Super League (ISL) club, marking a new low in his once-promising career.

A Promising Start That Fizzled Out

Balotelli rose to fame as a teenage sensation with Inter Milan, scoring 26 goals in 40 appearances during the 2008-09 season. His performances earned him a move to Manchester City in 2010, where he scored 20 goals in 72 appearances.

However, Balotelli's off-field antics and inconsistent form saw his career decline. He had unsuccessful spells at Liverpool, AC Milan, and Nice before joining Turkish club Adana Demirspor in 2021.

Rejection by Indian Team

According to reports, Balotelli was offered a contract by an ISL club but rejected it due to the low salary offer. This is a significant setback for the Italian striker, who is now 32 years old and has struggled to find a club for the past year.

Reasons for His Decline

Balotelli's fall from grace has been attributed to a number of factors, including his poor attitude, lack of discipline, and inconsistent performances. He has been known to clash with managers, teammates, and the media, and has been criticized for his lack of professionalism.

Uncertain Future

With his latest rejection, Balotelli's future in football is in doubt. He is now a free agent and has not played a competitive match since May 2022. It remains to be seen if he can find a club willing to take a chance on him and reignite his once-promising career.

Sources:

• Mario Balotelli rejected by Indian Super League club - report
• Mario Balotelli rejected by Indian Super League club