After played the first match of 2005–06 season, Torino of Serie B signed Balestri. He won promotion with club again, and secured a place in their Serie A campaign. In July 2007 he left for Serie B club Mantova, and continued to play as a regular.
Following his debut in the first match of the 2005–06 season, Torino of Serie B recruited Balestri. He helped the team earn promotion once more and secured a place in their Serie A league. In July 2007, he moved to Mantova, another Serie B club, where he maintained his regular playing role.