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Buffon refuses to retire: he will play until the age of 44 at Parma


Buffon se niega a retirarse: jugará hasta los 44 años en el Parma
Buffon has played for only three teams throughout his professional career.

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The veteran Italian goalkeeper, Gianluigi Buffon, reported that has decided to postpone his retirement from professional football , as he will play one more year.

The former Juventus Turin goalkeeper reported that is found in the analysis of offers you have received , both from Italy and abroad. Buffon, aged 43, debuted in 1995 in Parma.

“I was about to succeed the idea of ​​retiring, but now I am sure that I will continue playing, because I feel strong. The appreciation of my teammates makes me understand that I must continue “, said Buffon on the sidelines of the presentation of his goalkeeping academy, the” B1 “.

Will return to Parma

Parma, which descended to the second division of Italy (Serie B ), has sent proposals to the veteran goalkeeper.

According to journalist Fabrizio Romano, Buffon will join Parma of the Italian second division.

Gigi Buffon confirms that he’s “not retiring ”and he’ll continue to play football next season. He’s joining Parma in Italian 2nd division, here we go confirmed! 🏁🧤

Amazing comeback where he started his career 26 years ago. Contract set to be signed until June 2023. 🇮🇹 # Buffon pic.twitter.com/Nv8ah03 R7Y

– Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) June 06, 2021