Balotelli torn between Manchester City and United
Published 12:40 10/07/10 By Football Spy
Inter Milan hotshot Mario Balotelli has admitted he faces an 'important' year after Manchester City joined local rivals United in the chase for his signature.
Eastlands chief and former Inter boss Roberto Mancini yesterday confirmed that he would bid for the Italy U-21 striker should the Italian giants decide to sell .
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Balotelli welcomed the development, telling the Italian press: "Mancini? He is a great coach. He let me have my Serie A debut and I admire him very much, also because he is a friend."
The controversial 19 year-old, whose attitude was frequently questioned by former manager Jose Mourinho, also expressed delight at the interest being show in him by Sir Alex Ferguson.
"United are also a great club... and [their interest] means I am not weak like I thought," said Balotelli, before hedging his bets even further by claiming his agent Mino Raiola could make the final decision.
"On my future I always say 'I don't know'. An important year is ahead of me in terms of my career," he added.
"For now I am on holiday and I want to start the season well. If you want to know more then you have to ask Raiola."
