So here we go again. A sensational return to the Premier League for Mario Balotelli?
Arsenal recently announced its partnership with Puma which will hit the grounds from the start of the next season. It was said that, in addition to producing the kits, PUMA will gets wide range of licensing rights, a deal which is as big as £30 million-a-year for 5 years.
So the latest rumours has originated on the basis of that. It is reported by the Metro, that Puma who has also partnered with Mario Balotelli wants to help Arsenal land him at the Emirates so that they could see both their key brands together at one place. It is indeed a smart move by PUMA, if it turns out to be true.
Mario Balotelli who had rather a strange career at Manchester City was let go by Roberto Mancini after their training ground bust up. The Italian International had a torrid time at England as every single move of his was sensationalized by the English Media, which led to a dip in form on the field for the striker.
A move to AC Milan amidst all the theatrics on and off the field was seen as a step towards the right direction for Balotelli and in a way it turned out to be true. The striker has been having a decent time in the Serie A. However, with AC Milan struggling to find their feet in the league, Champions League qualification for the next season looks very much a dream.
But a move to Arsenal is on the cards? Although rumours say so, knowing Wenger, it is hard to believe that the Arsenal manager would agree to anything of such sorts. The Italian striker is known to create headlines and seek attention, which is obviously a trouble when you have a team as closely knit as the Arsenal team. The likes of Gallas and Adebayor who were the creators of cold atmospheres in the dressing room, were eventually let go.
So would Arsene go for Balotelli? It looks highly unlikely.