Mario Balotelli accepts blame for his poor performance, but he also believes the tactics of Brendan Rodgers explains his poor form at Liverpool. Balotelli scored just one goal in the Premier League last season.

Balotelli has returned to AC Milan on a loan from Liverpool.

"I accept my side of the blame, but Rodgers' tactics were not suited to my characteristics either," Balotelli said. "At the start, I missed a few easy chances, and then I had fewer chances to score, a bit of bad luck and injuries. It was a mess.

"But I never protested. I accepted the coach's decisions and always behaved professionally. My attitude and lifestyle were absolutely normal at Liverpool. There have not been any problems with my private life this last year."