His long-term future with Liverpool is in major doubt as moments after his move to Milan to was confirmed, he revealed that his style of play was not being catered to by Reds chief Brendan Rodgers.
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Balotelli marked his first start with a stunning opening goal, the Italy global driving home a free-kick from long range after only five minutes.
The Italian is now on loan at AC Milan from Liverpool after spending last season at Anfield scoring just four goals in all competitions.
“For me the behaviour and attitude are important, and this is the most positive thing”.
But Udinese launched a stirring second-half fight-back that probably deserved more than just two goals from Emmanuel Badu and Duvan Zapata.
“The transfer market isn’t open now, so that’s not a concern”.
Riccardo Montolivo, Milan’s current captain, says that he has told the former Manchester City striker to prove himself through his actions, not his words.
On top of that, Balotelli set a new best for passes in the 3-2 win over Udinese, his 44 passes a personal record in a Serie A game for Milan.
“The real Balotelli has returned, and he can now handle the provocation”, he said in quotes published by Sky Sports. I congratulate that and he has to continue like this.
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“I got a yellow card for nothing and that ruined my game a bit”.
