viagramof – Veteran goalkeeper Gianluigi Buffon talked about his goalkeeping options

The Azzurri are preparing to begin their campaign in the 2024 European Championship, which begins on Saturday evening with a confrontation against Albania, and after five days, Luciano Spalletti’s team will face Spain before concluding the group stage against Croatia on June 24.

Italy enters the tournament as the defending champion, but there are concerns surrounding its ability to defend the title, as it is clear that the team has less experienced players than France, England and other teams.

Buffon: Italy can count on Donnarumma

Buffon, who is part of Spalletti’s team, discussed goalkeeping options in a press conference before the start of the tournament, and Lazio’s goalkeeper Providel was on the initial list before he was excluded.

Buffon said: “I think Donnarumma is the cornerstone of the Italian national team, and he is a strength. He gave an exceptional performance against Bosnia, and made a wonderful save, and it was very difficult.”

He continued: “This gives us more certainty because we know that we can rely on a strong goalkeeper in difficult moments. Vicario is also a reliable goalkeeper, performing well and the English Premier League has allowed him to take a step forward.”

He concluded: “Meret also has experience. Italy, in this tournament and in the future, can rely on very talented goalkeepers.”