Mario Balotelli, transferred this Winter City to AC Milan for 20 million euros, was keen to send a message of support to his former coach.

Mario Balotelli who left in the winter defends Roberto Mancini and says he is the best manager for Manchester City

Author of a Champions League campaign and catastrophic won league by rival United Roberto Mancini is singled out by supporters and leaders.

Roberto Mancini has got so much respect from Mario Balotelli but also his team who believe he not only a manager but a friend

“There is nobody better qualified to City launches striker Italian newspaper The Sun. More importantly, the players appreciate him. If you ask them who they want for the next season, they will say all they want Roberto. More than a coach, he is a friend to them.” An output that should please Mancini, who has always maintained a special relationship, but always filled with tenderness and respect, with the former Inter Milan player.