Agent explains Balotelli talk

Last updated : 14 October 2011 By Team Talk

Balotelli has been regularly linked with a return to Italy since joining City in 2010.

But the 21-year-old has impressed in recent months as he looks to have matured and settled into life in England.

Raiola himself sparked renewed speculation about his client's future by saying Napoli should exchange Lavezzi for Balotelli.

Yet the agent has now tried to play down the suggestion that any such deal is in the offing.

"It was just a comment in response to a question," Raiola told Radio Radio.

"I talked about putting myself in Napoli's shoes, and for them it would be a bargain.

"We have not received any proposal for Mario. I always said that Balotelli needed time and the last three or four months are showing that.

"Settling into English football has been difficult, but now Mario understands certain mechanisms.

"He chose Manchester City and has never said he will leave."

Source: Team Talk

Source: Team Talk