Off the PitchGiveMeSportUnverified source· 15 Aug 2026
Balotelli: Joining Liverpool Was Worst Decision of My Life
Mario Balotelli has opened up on his regret over his two-year spell at Liverpool.
Player
Mario Balotelli
Club
Liverpool
Period
Two-year spell
What happened. Mario Balotelli revealed back in 2016 that he didn't enjoy his two-year spell at Liverpool, calling it the worst decision of his life.
- Balotelli disliked Jurgen Klopp during his time at the club.
- The Italian striker's comments were made in 2016.
“Joining Liverpool was the worst decision of my life.”
— Mario Balotelli
The revelation offers insight into Balotelli's difficult period at Anfield.
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