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Mario Balotelli has joined Genoa, marking his return to Serie A after a four-year absence

Christopher Harris
By CHRISTOPHER HARRIS | | 1 min read
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Mario Balotelli and Alberto Gilardino in the training session

Mario Balotelli signed with struggling Genoa on Monday, marking his return to Serie A after more than four years.

The 34-year-old Balotelli last played in Italy’s top league for his hometown club Brescia during the 2019-20 season. His most recent appearance for an Italian club was with Monza in Serie B during the 2020-21 season.

After leaving Turkish club Adana Demirsport at the end of last season, Balotelli became an affordable option for Genoa, which is facing financial difficulties.

Mario Balotelli and Marco Ottolini pose with the team jersey

The team had just two shots on target in a 3-0 defeat to Lazio on Sunday, marking their fifth loss in six matches.

Balotelli could make his debut for Genoa on Thursday against Fiorentina. “I really don’t want to talk much; I want to play,” Balotelli said before having a medical exam with Genoa. “I hope I’m ready soon.”

Balotelli has also played for Inter Milan and AC Milan in Serie A.

Written by Christopher Harris

Christopher Harris is a marketing strategist and senior editor who founded World Soccer Talk, a platform dedicated to soccer news and analysis. He has extensive experience in sports media and marketing

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