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.
After participating in the inaugural match of the 2005–06 season, Torino of Serie B signed Balestri. He achieved promotion with the team for a second time and secured a spot in their top-tier campaign. In July 2007, he departed for Mantova, another Serie B club, where he continued to play consistently.