I really want to like Balotelli, he hasn't been much of a problem off field, we have been using him as a #9 but after watching him for a period of time, i feel he best operates behind a pure striker, spends way too much time on the half way line and with him playing we have no threat in the box ever. He just doesn't fit.
Also i dislike his sulks and diving, but really he isn't the worst, overrated - yes & not always reliable.
Having said that he seems to lead the line well enough for Italy, i'll watch him at the world cup with interest
Also if one big name has to go i'm very happy if it's Balotelli & not El Sharaawy or De Sciglio, while i think Sharaawy is a bit one-dimensional his workrate is very pleasing and gives 110% every game, whilst having a lot of quality, that's what i like to see. We missed his determination and runs in behind massively this season.