Source: Team_Talk
Balotelli hopeful over City fitness
Manchester City starlet Mario Balotelli expects to be fit for the eagerly-awaited visit of North-West rivals Liverpool on Monday at Eastlands.[LNB] The Italy international scored on his City debut against Timisoara after coming off the bench in the 1-0 win.[LNB]The 20-year-old damaged his leg in the contest and it had been thought he was doubtful for the visit of the Reds.[LNB]However, he does not believe the injury to be serious and is hopeful he will be available for selection for Roberto Mancini.[LNB]"It was the kind of debut I dreamed of," said Balotelli. "But my right leg aches.[LNB]"I think it may be a cartilage thing and the problem is I do not have much muscle on this side.[LNB]"It wasn't the result of a tackle, nobody touched me, I simply over-extended the knee.[LNB]"It's a bit of a problem, but I'm sure it will go away fast and that I will be available against Liverpool."
