Sports giant PUMA has announced a long term partnership with footballer Mario Balotelli, who follows in the footsteps of fellow brand ambassadors including Usain Bolt, Sergio Agüero and Cesc Fàbregas.

Balotelli commented 'This is a great move for me. From the early conversations I had with PUMA it was clear that they understand me, my personality and my ambition. The product and marketing plans they have developed are very exciting and I will be proud to be associated with everything I have seen'.