Manchester City is ready to sell striker Mario Balotelli after his training ground clash with manager Roberto Mancini two days ago, the Daily Mail said.

Though Mancini yesterday downplayed the altercation, the manager has decided its time for Balotelli to go, the Mail said. Mancini, who has previously stood by the 22-year old, has finally accepted he has done all he can, the newpaper said.

City is willing to talk to any club that may wish to make an offer, the Mail said. AC Milan has show interest in a loan dael, but City wants a cash sale, the newspaper said.

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