Olympique Marseille are stepping up their attempts to sign Italy and Nice striker Mario Balotelli, according to France Football.
The forward turns 28 in August and is ready to move on after two seasons in Nice, where he scored 43 goals in 66 competitive games.
Several clubs are interested in SuperMario, including Parma, Napoli, Roma and Monaco.
Staying in Ligue 1 is also an option and Marseille are eager to get the deal done as soon as possible.
Olympique Marseille are stepping up their attempts to sign Italy and Nice striker Mario Balotelli, according to France Football.
The forward turns 28 in August and is ready to move on after two seasons in Nice, where he scored 43 goals in 66 competitive games.
Several clubs are interested in SuperMario, including Parma, Napoli, Roma and Monaco.
Staying in Ligue 1 is also an option and Marseille are eager to get the deal done as soon as possible.
France Football suggest they and their kit sponsors Puma want to get Balotelli signed by the time they present the new season jersey on July 4.
Former Roma Coach Rudi Garcia speaks fluent Italian and took Marseille to the Europa League Final this season.
Although Balotelli’s contract is due to expire on June 30, there are some clauses and options that mean he could cost several million Euro.