Balotelli linked with Juventus switch

The Mirror understands that Mario Balotelli has been linked with a return to Italy with reigning champions Juventus.

The former Liverpool and Manchester City man has been plying his trade in Ligue 1 since the summer of 2016 and has since racked up fifty-two appearances in all competitions, scoring thirty-five goals.

His form has alerted the attention of Juve, who fell four points behind leaders Napoli on Sunday though they will have the chance to close that gap on Monday evening when they take on

Balotelli last played for Milan in Italy, during a loan spell prior to his switch to France while he has also spent time with Internazionale in his home country, where he won three league titles, the Coppa Italia and the Champions League.

He has been capped thirty-three times for his country, scoring thirteen goals though he hasn’t featured for them since 2014.