Balotelli 'Set To Return' To England As Barnsley Hold Talks

EFL Championship side, Barnsley have made an enquiry into signing former Manchester City, Liverpool and Italy striker Mario Balotelli who is a free agent after leaving Brescia.

AllNews gathered that talks have been held between Balotelli's representatives and Barnsley's co-chairmen Chien Lee and Paul Conway, but talks have not gone any further.

Balotelli won the Premier League title with Manchester City in 2012 after three Serie A titles with Inter Milan.

The Italy striker also had spells with Liverpool, AC Milan and Marseille.

He scored 30 goals, provided 7 assists for Manchester City in over 80 appearances for the Citizens. With just a season at Liverpool, he scored 4 goals in 28 appearances.

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The 30-year-old is currently without a club after having his contract with hometown Serie A side Brescia terminated because he repeatedly missed training sessions in June and July.

The former Italy striker has been training with Serie D side Franciacorta to maintain his fitness.

Balotelli was also won the prestigious 'Golden Boy' award in 2010, following in the footsteps of the likes of Lionel Messi, Wayne Rooney, and Cesc Fabregas.