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Inter ace Mario Balotelli has clarified his situation in regards to which nation he will represent at this year's World Cup, if chosen to play. The 19-year-old would only wear the Azzurri colours, and not those of Ghana. The youngster was born to Ghanaian parents but has played for Italy's U20 side. Ghana coach Milovan Rajevac is keen on getting him to play for the Black Stars despite Balotelli's refusal to play for the West African country. With the latest chase to get him to play for Ghana just about to start, the striker insists he only wants to play for Italy. "I have never thought of playing with the Ghana national team," Balotelli revealed to Sportal. "If I had to choose a national team, it would be Italy."The Nerazzurri forward also discussed the transfer rumors circulating around him linking him to English clubs. "I think that the voices are true, but I don't know whether to take them into consideration or not. I have a contract with Inter, and will remain here. "When the market opens during the summer, we shall see," he added. Balotelli has been linked with cross-town rivals Milan, as well as English side Manchester City.