'Around here they deserve the rebellious 16-year-old Mario. Maybe that way they would understand what it means to truly lack respect': Balotelli makes threat to his manager Patrick Vieira

Mario Balotelli has reportedly directed a threatening statement towards his manager, Patrick Vieira, suggesting that bringing in a "rebellious 16-year-old Mario" might be necessary to make others understand a lack of respect. The nature of the threat implies deep conflict between the player and the management.