Friday 12 December 2014 22:02, UK
Sky sources understand Mario Balotelli has accepted a Football Association misconduct charge relating to a social media post this month.
The Liverpool striker was accused of an aggravated rule breach after posting a cartoon message which made reference to racial stereotypes.
Balotelli later apologised and argued the post was meant as a humorous anti-racist message, and it is understood he has submitted written mitigation to that effect. He has not requested a personal hearing.
Balotelli has missed Liverpool's last six matches through injury but is in contention to return at Manchester United on Super Sunday.
