Mario Balotelli says he cannot afford to make any more mistakes in his career after returning to AC Milan on loan from Liverpool.
The Italy international, 25, has moved back to the seven-time European champions in a season-long deal.
"I feel like someone who has put the first part of his career to one side. Played and lived like a boy," he said.
"I haven't forgotten how to play football. I am no longer a kid. I've wasted too many chances."
Balotelli is taking a pay cut to move back to Milan, with Liverpool also paying some of his wages.
He scored only one Premier League goal for Liverpool after a £16m move from Milan in August 2014.
The ex-Manchester City player is set to make his second debut for the Rossoneri against Serie A rivals Empoli on Saturday.
Rodgers wasn't suited to me - Balotelli
Balotelli scored four goals in 28 appearances across all competitions for the Reds following his arrival a year ago.
But he was left out of the pre-season tour of the Far East and Australia and trained away from the first team before rejoining Milan.
Reds manager Brendan Rodgers signed forwards Christian Benteke, Roberto Firmino and Danny Ings, while Divock Origi is back at Anfield after a year on loan at Lille.
"I take my responsibilities, but the system chosen by Rodgers wasn't suited to my characteristics," Balotelli told Milan's official website.
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