Balotelli is a topic for discussion again, but this time only for his games and goals: the headshots of the past are a long way off, and in the last year Mario has only talked about the field. With the Nice shirt, the number 45, scored 17 goals in 28 season appearances, and his bright side returned, proving that he can still give it a lot and that he is not finished. Critics will always be certain, and while his character is controversial, and the cravings of the past can not be erased; the reality is that Balo, with all the controversies that will always accompany him, seems to be really ready to make that transformation that many have been hoping for for years. Seeing the superstar and becoming a true footballer. With his contract with Nice coming to an end on the 30th of June, Balotelli has also become an opportunity on the market. That is why Borussia Dortmund is thinking about a move, and that is why Sassuolo dreams of taking him to Emilia to make him the Vitruvian man of the Neroverde project .

BUNDESLIGA OR SERIE A? - Now MB45 is at a crucial juncture for his career, the year in France has raised him back to his former level, but now is the time to confirm, to consecrate. And the question is: Borussia Dortmund or Sassuolo? The German club guarantees a more prestigious phase and provides minutes in the Champions League, but a transfer to the Bundesliga can be a risky choice. In the Westfalenstadion, there is a clear philosophy, devoted to sacrifice and generosity, both features of which SuperMario is not exactly a point of strength. In yellow and black, Balotelli would also find that pressure, typical of a large club, which in the past has put him in great difficulty from the mental point of view. At Borussia, there are still many unknowns, linked to several factors such from the change of coach, with Bosz taking Tuchel's seat (which could result in tactical revolutions) and a market still to be defined, with Aubameyang still on the roster as the center forward.

SASSUOLO OCCASION - At Sassuolo, however, Balo would be the protagonist, the technical leader, and would be in a less media context, where he could consolidate himself as an absolute player in a championship that he already knows very well. In Emilia, in fact, there is a clear and defined project aimed at enhancing Italian talents, which could be a great opportunity for a player who, despite his abilities, needs serenity and, above all, confidence. And in a team ready to put him at the center of the technical project, Balotelli could also find the ideal backdrop to relaunch on the national team coaches.

MARKET MAN - The World Cup, in fact, hangs and the last positive memories of the Mario in blue are tied to the far-reaching Europe of 2012. The next season will be decisive for him to try to pull a ticket for Russia and seems like an almost impossible mission, even for Balotelli. It would need to be a perfect season from every point of view: technical and behavioral. After the dark years spent splitting between Liverpool and Milan, hostage to his top player engagement, Balo has regained serenity and seems to be maturing. Even the market seems to be aware of it and now, for the first time after so long, it is up to him to choose. Borussia Dortmund is waiting for him, with Raiola who has already opened the door to the German club, but also Sassuolo hopes. Everyone has come back to talk about Balotelli, finally in a positive way ...