Er, johnmc, this from 2 days ago. Mancini sanctioned the sale, Mario's last interview on the OS also confirms this:
http://www.goal.com/en-za/news/4682...o-milan-move?source=breakingnews&ICID=HP_HL_5
"They are very close (to an agreement) and we are also so sad because Mario was an important player for us," Mancini told reporters.
"With Mario we won the Premier League, the FA Cup, the Charity Shield. He's a fantastic player, but for him, this could be an important chance to come back to Italy and play for a top club like Milan and I hope he can continue to improve because he can become one of the best players in the world.
"It's difficult for me because I lost one striker and that could be important in the next 14 games.
"It is important for Mario to go back to Italy. It could be a good chance for him to stay with his family and to play for Milan. He can improve and I am happy for him. He can be one of the best players in the world."
Sorry bud.