_BREAKING NEWS_
MARIO BALOTELLI SET TO JOIN LEICESTER CITY AFTER SECURING WORK PERMIT
Former Manchester City and Liverpool striker Mario Balotelli has been cleared to join Leicester City after securing a work permit, sources close to the player have confirmed.
_BALOTELLI’S RETURN TO THE PREMIER LEAGUE_
Balotelli, 29, has been without a club since leaving Marseille in June. He has now completed the necessary paperwork to join Leicester City on a free transfer.
_WHY LEICESTER CITY?_
Insiders point to:
1. Brendan Rodgers’ influence: The Leicester City manager has a reputation for revitalizing careers.
2. Competitive squad: Leicester City’s players would complement Balotelli’s skillset.
3. Ambitious project: Leicester City’s vision and investment appeal to Balotelli’s competitive nature.
_TRANSFER DETAILS_
Contract length: 2 years
Wage: £80,000-£100,000 per week
_LEICESTER CITY’S STANCE_
The club has confirmed:
“Mario Balotelli has joined Leicester City on a two-year deal. We’re delighted to bring him to the King Power Stadium.”
_BALOTELLI’S PREVIOUS PREMIER LEAGUE EXPERIENCE_
– 20 goals in 54 Manchester City appearances (2010-2013)
– 1 goal in 16 Liverpool appearances (2014-2015)
_FAN REACTION_
Supporters are excited:
“Mario Balotelli is a great signing! His skill and experience will boost our squad.” – @LCFC_Fan
“Balotelli’s return to the Premier League is a coup for Leicester City.” – @FoxesSupporter
_WHAT’S NEXT?_
Balotelli will undergo a medical before being officially unveiled as a Leicester City player.
_TIMELINE_
– Initial discussions: September 2024
– Work permit secured: October 2024
– Transfer completion: October 2024
Stay tuned for updates on this developing story.
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