Mario Balotelli, the enigmatic former Liverpool and Manchester City striker, found himself involved in a car crash in Italy, leaving his Audi Q8 severely damaged.
Reports suggest that the 33-year-old lost control of his vehicle, colliding with a wall near Orzinuovi, close to his hometown in Brescia.
The accident, which occurred just before 8:30 pm, saw Balotelli’s car suffer significant damage, with images on social media showcasing the extent of the wreckage.
Fortunately, no other vehicles were involved, and the airbags deployed upon impact.
Despite the severity of the crash, Balotelli managed to exit the vehicle and lay on the ground before receiving medical attention. Remarkably, he escaped serious injury.
Balotelli’s brother, Enock Barwuah, was reportedly training with a local football team nearby and rushed to the scene.
After Balotelli was given the all-clear by paramedics, his brother took him home.
Balotelli, currently playing for Adana Demirspor in Turkey, had been granted leave by his club to recover from an injury, allowing him to return to Italy.
In an unexpected turn, reports suggest that Balotelli refused to undergo a breathalyser test, defying police requests.
The incident adds another chapter to the colorful and often controversial career of the talented yet unpredictable striker.
As Balotelli navigates the aftermath of the crash, the football world awaits further developments on his well-being and the circumstances surrounding the accident.