2. It is a win-win situation
One of the criticisms that might be levied at the Reds is the fact that Balotelli’s temperament is far from satisfactory and that his bad boy antics would only go onto demean the club. But, the simple truth is that for a club who stuck by Suarez, this shouldn’t be too difficult. While it is true that this is a gamble, it is a win-win situation for the club.
Having already signed Origi who will come in next year, all the Reds need is a signing for the upcoming season. If Balotelli does well and scores plenty of goals, then it will be a great deal. On the other hand, even if he struggles and fails to deliver on his promises, the club still have Origi coming in next season. They can offload Balotelli for at least half the price they bought him for, as there will still be clubs out there looking to take a gamble on him. So whether he succeeds or fails, he is still a smart investment by the Reds and one that will prove plenty of entertainment until he is around.