Mario Balotelli set to undergo eye surgery

Manchester City coach confirmed to reporters today that the 22yr old Italian striker is no longer able to wear contact lenses and requires immediate surgery to correct his Myopia. Myopia is commonly known as shortsightedness.

'Mario is not ready to return to the pitch yet. He no longer seems to tolerate contact lenses. He's feeling alright now, but the problem can return anytime'- the coach told reporters

The surgery is set for Sept 4th.