Liverpool sign Balotelli

Liverpool has confirmed that signing of Italy and AC Milan striker Mario Balotelli on a 3 year deal. The fee is reported to be in the region of 16 million pounds.

Balotelli spent his last 3 years in the Italian league with AC Milan, prior to his moved to Milan he played for the Premier League champions Manchester City.

Following the signing Balotelli said “I'm very happy. We've been talking about coming here and now I'm happy to be here.

"Liverpool are one of the best teams here in England and the football is very good here. It's a great team with young players, and that's why I came here."

Liverpool manager Brendan Rodgers also said “This transfer represents outstanding value for the club and I think we have done a really smart piece of business here.

"There is no doubting Mario's ability; he is a world-class talent and someone who, for such a young age, has vast experience of playing at the very highest level.

"He has scored goals in the Barclays Premier League, in Italy, in the Champions League and for his country at international level.

"I believe we have the infrastructure, culture and environment to get the best out of him and help him achieve his true potential. We are a strong group here, committed to hard work and he will benefit from being around it.

"I am looking forward to working with him and helping him learn more, improve and progress as a player. I'm sure the supporters will make him feel very welcome."