Liverpool striker Fabio Borini has revealed that Manchester City
attacker Mario Balotelli played a role in his decision to move to
Anfield. The new Reds signing spoke with the controversial Italian
during Euro 2012 and said that as soon as he heard of Brendan Rodgers’
interest, he knew he wanted to move to Anfield. The Italian left Roma
for the Reds during the summer and claims that the controversial City
forward helped him decide to make the switch back to England.
“The fans played a big part [in me joining Liverpool],” Borini told
FourFourTwo. When I was with Italy at Euro 2012, I was talking to
Balotelli about England, and he told me that Liverpool had the most
exciting fans to play in front of. He described it as a beautiful
experience. I became aware that Brendan Rodgers wanted me, and once I
got the official request I knew what to do. I spoke with Roma to discuss
it and we came to an agreement.”
The 21-year-old also claimed that, despite preferring to play as a
centre forward, he would be happy to feature in a variety of new
positions for his new team.
“I am a striker but I played right and left at Roma. I think I have
the attributes to fill the manager’s approach,” Borini added. “I like to
work hard for the team, which is what his tiki-taka style demands. I
just try to be available and always offer an option. I love scoring
goals and hope to get many more wearing the red of Liverpool.”
source:leadership
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