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Nice striker Mario Balotelli gets the Carlos Valderrama look complete with huge afro and blond moustache

Controversial striker has re-invented himself on the pitch this season - and might be looking for a new look to go with it

HERE'S Mario Balotelli as you've never seen him before.

The Italy and Nice striker shared a photo on Instagram of asking followers if he suits the "Carlos Valderrama look".

 Carlos Valderrama dazzled on the pitch with his skills, and his incredible afro
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Carlos Valderrama dazzled on the pitch with his skills, and his incredible afroCredit: Reuters

The former Colombian footballer was famous for his blonde afro and moustache, as well as his silky skills on the pitch.

So Balotelli asked the question, "yea or nah" after posting his face photoshopped with the Colombian legend's trademark.

The photo has almost 90,000 likes.

 Mario Balotelli has made a blistering start his career in the French league
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Mario Balotelli has made a blistering start his career in the French leagueCredit: Getty Images

The former Liverpool and Manchester City striker has scored five goals in just free Ligue 1 games in France as he tries to get his career back on track.

It has helped the unfancied French outfit sit at the top of the league, with 20 points from eight games.

Last season's champions PSG have made a stuttering start to their defence, and sit in third spot. Sandwiched between the two is Monaco.



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