Kerala Blasters, a club in the Indian Super League, recently decided not to sign famous Italian striker Mario Balotelli, who is currently a free agent after leaving Turkish club Adana Demirspor. Balotelli, known for his performances at Euro 2012 and his time with Manchester City and Liverpool, had been linked with a move to the Indian team. However, Kerala Blasters chose to pass on this opportunity.
The main reasons for their decision were concerns about Balotelli’s discipline and the financial cost of signing him. While Balotelli is a well-known name in football, the club felt that his reputation for off-field issues made the deal too risky. They preferred to take a more cautious approach with their summer transfer choices.
This move surprised many football fans who had been excited about the possibility of Balotelli playing in the Indian Super League. Despite his popularity, Kerala Blasters prioritized maintaining team harmony and managing their budget over bringing in a big-name player.
