Paris Saint-Germain chief Nasser Al-Khelaifi claims Gianluigi Buffon joined the French giants ‘to go even higher’.
Buffon officially became a PSG player on Friday, signing a one-year contract with the option for a second, and Al-Khelaifi was delighted to welcome the former Juventus goalkeeper to Parc des Princes.
“We’re all enormously proud to welcome Gianluigi Buffon to the PSG family,” said the President.
Paris Saint-Germain chief Nasser Al-Khelaifi claims Gianluigi Buffon joined the French giants ‘to go even higher’.
Buffon officially became a PSG player on Friday, signing a one-year contract with the option for a second, and Al-Khelaifi was delighted to welcome the former Juventus goalkeeper to Parc des Princes.
“We’re all enormously proud to welcome Gianluigi Buffon to the PSG family,” said the President.
“His immense career, together with his ambitious and elegant personality, make him one of the most admired and respected players in the world of football.
“At the age of 40, his passion for football remains intact and Gigi has found our project ideal for him to achieve the highest objectives by transmitting his experience not only to the other goalkeepers in the team but also all our [outfield] players.
“Our fans will welcome Buffon with all the passion and affection he deserves. His arrival again confirms his desire to go even higher.
“It’s an ambition we want to accompany with strong determination.”