Manchester City boss Roberto Mancini insists Mario Balotelli could still stay.

It appears Mancini has forgiven his on and off controversies.

Mancini admitted to France Football: "It's like a family when a child does stupid things. The affection of the parents is still there.

"He's young and he commits big mistakes that can put the team in difficulty.

"But I still think he has great talent and I hope he will be a City player next season. It's all in his hands."