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Roberto Mancini's parting advice for Mario Balotelli

Roberto Mancini (left) and Mario Balotelli's tumultuous working relationship ended this week.

Roberto Mancini (left) and Mario Balotelli's tumultuous working relationship ended this week.

Manchester City manager Roberto Mancini has parting advice for Mario Balotelli: Take full advantage of this chance at AC Milan.

Mancini tells Italian state radio that "Mario is a great kid, he just needs to understand how lucky he is to know how to play football, because a footballer's life passes in a hurry. Just think about (former Brazil and Inter Milan striker) Adriano - he was the best player in the world, then in no time he disappeared.''

Balotelli left City this week for Milan and a 4 1/2-year deal. He was due to be presented by Milan late Friday.

Mancini adds that he would have been happy if Balotelli stayed "but the decision was solely his and I think he's happy to be back in Italy.''

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