Mario Balotelli

[Toli 977]

they are taking barely risks with this transfer. even if he flops, he is still only 24 and they can sell him for 10-20 m or more and get their money back. perfect transfer from them from an economical point of view. on the other hand, if he can put his things together and concentrate on football and fullfill his potential (I could see Rodgers doing it with him), he could be one of the best signings of the summer...

ps: there are reports that Pool will include conduct clauses with financial penalties in the contract and he'll accept them...

[Viper22 2,418]

they are taking barely risks with this transfer. even if he flops, he is still only 24 and they can sell him for 10-20 m or more and get their money back. perfect transfer from them from an economical point of view. on the other hand, if he can put his things together and concentrate on football and fullfill his potential (I could see Rodgers doing it with him), he could be one of the best signings of the summer...

ps: there are reports that Pool will include conduct clauses with financial penalties in the contract and he'll accept them...

If he flops there's no way they'll get their money back. The fact that no other club want him atm for £16M shows that no-one wants to take the risk with him any more and if he flops AGAIN they will be stuck with him like we're stuck with Torres. They'll likely not be able to even give him away with his high wages coupled with his tendency to flop, disrupt the club harmony and act like a mental child.

He's being sold for a loss by the club which had that absolute nutcase Berlusconi as their president after just a year. That says everything you need to know. They're obviously desperate to be rid of him like every other club that's had him. Liverpool are taking a massive risk.

[Kieran. 6,317]

Balotelli isn't stupid.

[OneMoSalah 8,783]

I think he'd be a good buy for Liverpool, offers something different to Sturridge, physical presence (although they do have that in Lambert) but a much more mobile and technical player (although Lamberts technique aint too bad to be honest) who can win a game in an instance. I'd say we should make a move for him to be a back up but hes too good to be a back up in my eyes, sure he has had problems in the past but we've all seen how good he can be.

[Toli 977]

Balotelli on signing for LFC: "Why always me?"

[Spike 12,049]

I can't imagine he will be happy for long.

[Myself 793]

He's massively overrated

[RoyalBlues 4,050]

I bet if we sign him, all the opinions in here will be completely different.

[RoyalBlues 4,050]

Anyway, can we hijack this?

[We Hate Scouse 10,286]

Anyway, can we hijack this?

He's flying over tonight for his medical. A swoop in the morning should do it.

[bababoom 4,478]

Will he suit Liverpool' style of play? we all know Liverpool play with pace and energy, Balo is the total opposite on the pitch, he struts around and can look lazy. I personally think Liverpool are partly singing him just because of the name, it's like a marquee signing for the fans. Rodgers apparently isn't too keen but the board want him and for that price he's ready to take that gamble.

[Mr_President 404]

Just glad it's not us signing him.

[DYC. 7,542]

Will he suit Liverpool' style of play? we all know Liverpool play with pace and energy, Balo is the total opposite on the pitch, he struts around and can look lazy. I personally think Liverpool are partly singing him just because of the name, it's like a marquee signing for the fans. Rodgers apparently isn't too keen but the board want him and for that price he's ready to take that gamble.

His name definitely plays a part. But this is a very understandable move though, from Liverpool's point of view. I personally don't think he'll be a force but it is possible as he does have potential. They can't attract top players so they have to take a gamble like this. And at this price, it's a gamble worth taking. And let's not forget the fact that he actually is a good player. Inconsistent though.

[RoyalBlues 4,050]

Why there are rumour they prepare to sign Eto'o as a "Plan B"? They're afraid Balo won't sign for them?

[Muzchap 8,966]

It's 50/50 and it's about time Liverpool had some of our 'striker signing luck'

If things go bad it will destroy the team and dressing room

If it goes well - I will emigrate, can't be arsed to hear Scousers banging on about him...

[Polo7 3,496]

Good player but a massive massive liability. Even Milan wanted to get rid of him and no one is questioning this? Liverpool can have him.

[termninja 5,290]

I already really really don't like liverpul and with Balotelli they have just increased the potential hate I can have... Hopefully he keeps up being inconsistent and mentally fragile instead.

Good we didn't go for him, but honestly I'm happy he's back in the Premier League

[Jase 43,479]

Has officially signed for Liverpool...