"Milan" strategist Allegri denied rumors about possible acquisition of Balotelli © EuroFootball.com

"Milan" club strategist Massimiliano Allegri denied rumors linking "Manchester City" striker Mario Balotelli with a possible move to the "Rossoneri" ranks.

The Italian giants are planning on parting ways with strikers Robinho and Alexandre Pato, so the club is looking to strengthen their attack.

Despite rumors linking the Italian with a move to Milan, both club president Silvio Berlusconi and strategist Massimiliano Allegri denied such claims.

"I don't think I will be coaching Mario Balotelli. I don't want to talk about it because he is a player of "Manchester City"," said Allegri.

Allegri also added that despite Balotelli having played in top clubs for a long time, he still needs to improve a lot.

"He is a good player, but he still needs to take a big step forward in his development."

"What will we buy in January? We will have to evaluate the situation carefully. We are waiting to see what will happen with Pato and Robinho, and then we will see," Allegri said about the club's activity during the transfer window.