Mario Balotelli: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

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Mario Balotelli is without a club right now, but he is enjoying himself in a very different role as fashion runway model for KidSuper. The former Genoa striker made his runway debut for KidSuper at the Spring 2026 Menswear show during Paris Fashion Week.

AS Roma News / Football Italia / June 2

Balotelli announces next football venture with Baller League UK

Mario Balotelli has announced his next football venture, participating in the Baller League tournament in the UK. “Baller League wanted the best ballers.

Soccer News / Football Italia / May 30

Materazzi explains how ‘incredible’ Balotelli lost his way: ‘He needed rules’

Marco Materazzi still has a deep affection for his former teammate Mario Balotelli, recalling how the striker was ‘incredible’ when he first broke into Inter’s senior squad.

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AC Monza News / Football Italia / May 17

Caldirola: ‘Balotelli would just walk out of school’

Mario Balotelli hit headlines throughout his career for his idiosyncratic approach to discipline, so it shouldn’t be too surprising that he was not great in school.

Soccer News / Football Italia / April 8

Balotelli sends message: ‘Understand what it means to disrespect someone’

Mario Balotelli sent out a cryptic message after Genoa coach Patrick Vieira froze him out. ‘Maybe they’d understand what it really means to disrespect

Soccer News / HITC / April 7

Top five best ever games in Premier League history include ludicrous Arsenal and Man Utd clashes

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Soccer News / Football Italia / February 20

Genoa director: Balotelli not as ‘suited’ to our football as other players

Genoa director Marco Ottolini claimed Genoa have players who are ‘better suited’ to their football style than Mario Balotelli, which is why the striker is not getting any playing time under coach Patrick Vieira.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / February 13

'Perhaps Arsenal will' – Ben Jacobs name drops Mario Balotelli in interesting Arsenal transfer update

The lack of signings by Arsenal in the January transfer window has come under renewed scrutiny following the injury blow to Kai Havertz, leaving Mikel Arteta’s side short on another attacking option at a pivotal stage of the season.

Soccer News / Football Italia / February 5

Balotelli tries to keep Genoa ‘promise’ amid lack of playing time – Picture

In spite of perpetual rumours suggesting his exit, Mario Balotelli ended up staying at Genoa in the January transfer market and reiterated his intention to prove his worth at the club in his latest Instagram story.

Soccer News / Football Italia / February 2

Balotelli, Fila and Radu set for possible deadline day Venezia moves

According to Sky Sport Italia, Mario Balotelli could continue his Serie A career with Venezia after being frozen out at Genoa, joining Daniel Fila from Slavia Prague and Ionut Radu.

Soccer News / Football Italia / January 27

Genoa confirm Balotelli already set for January exit

Genoa director Marco Ottolini confirms that Mario Balotelli will probably leave in the January transfer window. ‘We’re trying to find a solution to suit everyone.’ The Grifone are in action this evening for the final Serie A Week 22 fixture against Monza at the Stadio Luigi Ferraris, also known as Marassi.

Napoli News / Football Italia / January 21

Frustrated Balotelli aims dig at Genoa in social media rant

Mario Balotelli insists he is a ‘Genoa player even if somebody would not want it’ and aims a dig at the club. The Italy international has been struggling for playing time since moving to Marassi in 2024.

Soccer News / Football Italia / January 19

Balotelli could stay in Serie A if he rips up Genoa contract

According to the latest reports, Mario Balotelli is discussing the possibility of terminating his contract with Genoa early, but another Serie A side is interested.

AS Roma News / Football Italia / January 16

Balotelli absent from Genoa squad against Roma, sparking exit report

Mario Balotelli has been left out of the Genoa squad for Friday’s Serie A match against Roma, sparking speculation his time at the club is already coming to an end.

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Lecce News / Football Italia / January 5

Balotelli reacts to latest Genoa snub with Instagram message

Mario Balotelli was not involved in Genoa’s 0-0 draw against Lecce today, and the Italian striker insists he’s fully fit and has ‘no problems.’ Balotelli sat on the bench for the whole game at the Stadio Via del Mare today and shared a social media message a few hours after the final whistle.

Lecce News / Football Italia / January 5

Vieira silences question on Balotelli: ‘We are all important’

Mario Balotelli spent the entire match between Lecce and Genoa on the bench today, and Patrick Vieira didn’t seem to enjoy the questions about the Italian striker: ‘Everyone’s important.’ The Grifone earned a point at the Via del Mare today, seeing Balotelli remain on the bench for the full 90 minutes.

Sassuolo News / Football Italia / December 28

Balotelli weighing up early Genoa exit amid rumours of Mexico move

The final days of the year will be decisive for Mario Balotelli to decide whether he wants to stay at Genoa for at least a further six months or already part ways with the Rossoblu.

Soccer News / Football Italia / November 24

Vieira ‘very happy’ to accept Genoa call, gives Balotelli advice

Patrick Vieira explains why he was ‘very happy’ to accept the call from Genoa and begin his Serie A coaching career, while giving Mario Balotelli advice to ‘work for the team.’ His debut against Cagliari kicks off at the Stadio Luigi Ferraris, also known as Marassi, at 11.30 GMT.

Soccer News / Football Italia / November 22