Juventus have reportedly made it clear to Manchester City striker Mario Balotelli that they have no intention of signing the controversial frontman in the summer.

While the Italian forward has reiterated on a number of occasions that he wants to stay at the Etihad Stadium, there has been speculation that the North West club are willing to offload the 21-year-old.

It is believed that Balotelli's agent, Mino Raiola, has been informed by the Old Lady that the Serie A club are not preparing to launch a summer bid for the striker, according to Goal.com.

Meanwhile, City have the chance to go three points clear at the top of the Premier League table if they secure victory over Newcastle United on Sunday.