Five January loan destinations for misfiring Mario Balotelli

PSG
Tabloids are currently linking Ligue 1 rich kids PSG with a swoop for Balotelli, in an audacious attempt to pair the fiery forward with Zlatan Ibrahimovic.

In a mooted move that may see two of world football’s most outspoken strikers reunited, the Parc des Princes side could offer Balotelli a temporary escape from Anfield, with a permanent move thought to be unlikely considering Financial Fair Play rules.

With Edinson Cavani and Ezequiel Lavezzi’s futures supposedly in doubt, Ibrahimovic, who shares the same agent as Balotelli, could be just the mentor to restore his former clubmate’s confidence.

Tottenham
Perhaps the most unlikely destination on this list considering Mauricio Pochettino’s men, 7/2 for a top four finish, are one of the Reds’ direct rivals for a coveted European spot.

Balotelli appears to be somewhat of a misfit at Liverpool, however, and, if he becomes a spare part following Daniel Sturridge’s expected return, Brendan Rodgers may well feel it best to offload the 33-capped Azzurri forward.

Spurs are certainly in need of a ferocious frontman to partner excellent Harry Kane, as Roberto Soldado and Emmanuel Adebayor continue to disappoint, so a punt on Balotelli could potentially pay dividends.

West Ham United
The Hammers are well-stocked with strikers but, considering Diafra Sakho’s imminent departure for the African Cup of Nations and the possibility that a bigger club could come calling in summer, Balotelli may very well find himself on Sam Allardyce’s radar.

Big Sam is well-known for snapping up big name players who are down on their luck and revitalising careers, just ask latest project Alex Song. Always one for a bargain, the West Ham boss could work wonders with Balotelli, who netted 20 times in 54 Premier League appearances for former side City.