The agent of Mario Balotelli says Liverpool is the ideal move for the AC Milan striker. In an interview with Italian newspaper Corriere dello Sport, Mino Raiola said Balotelli was not born to be a leader and that Liverpool's captain Steven Gerrard will protect the striker.
"I searched for a team where he can be an important player without being asked to lead.
"Liverpool have Gerrard so Mario will be protected and there he will be at his best. Now it's up to him. Another flop is not recommended.
"Not everyone is born to be a leader and often good strikers are not good leaders. Mario needs to get out from behind this pressure so he can feel free to score goals."
When asked if Liverpool was Balotelli's last resort, Raiola said: "At the highest level, yes. It is all or nothing.
"Mario is 24 years old. He can no longer use his age as an excuse."
