Mario Balotelli is on the outs at Liverpool but his earrings are amazing

Mario Balotelli may have worn out his welcome at Liverpool but at least his earrings are awesome.

Mario Balotelli may have worn out his welcome at Liverpool but at least his earrings are awesome. 

Liverpool manager Brendan Rodgers has made it clear that Balotelli isn’t in the club’s plans after scoring just one goal in 16 games last season. So the young Italian striker watched Monday’s game against Bournemouth in street clothes and stole the show with his accessories. 

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Balotelli’s affinity for expensive ear pieces is nothing new. Back in 2011, when he was playing with Manchester City, Balotelli was rumored to have lost a $15,000 diamond earring during practice.

- Dan Gartland