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Agent hints Chelsea joining Man Utd, Man City in Balotelli battle

The agent of Mario Balotelli has revealed Chelsea have joined the race for the Inter Milan striker.

A switch to the Premier League has been widely touted, with Manchester City, who are managed by former Inter coach Roberto Mancini, believed to be leading the hunt.

Manchester United are also reported to have expressed an interest in the 19-year-old, with Sir Alex Ferguson keen to bolster his attacking ranks.

However, Balotelli's representative insists there is no two-horse race for the youngster's signature, with a number of other top clubs still in the running.

"I have had contact with a few teams," said Mino Raiola.

"The papers keep talking about Man Utd and Man City. I will keep the names of the others to myself.

"Are Chelsea keen? Why not?"

Asked when a decision regarding Balotelli's future was likely to be taken, Raiola added: "Monday? No, every day in the transfer market is decisive."

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