Barcelona goalkeeper Marc-Andre Ter Stegen describes his Juventus opposite number Gigi Buffon as ‘a legend’.
The 23-year-old will line-up against the Italian international in Saturday’s Champions League final, and reveals his respect for the veteran.
“He’s a great goalkeeper, a legend,” Ter Stegen replied, when questioned about Buffon at Barça’s media day.
“Everyone in the world knows him, and he’s had a great season. I was surprised how tight Juventus were in defence against Real Madrid.
Barcelona goalkeeper Marc-Andre Ter Stegen describes his Juventus opposite number Gigi Buffon as ‘a legend’.
The 23-year-old will line-up against the Italian international in Saturday’s Champions League final, and reveals his respect for the veteran.
“He’s a great goalkeeper, a legend,” Ter Stegen replied, when questioned about Buffon at Barça’s media day.
“Everyone in the world knows him, and he’s had a great season. I was surprised how tight Juventus were in defence against Real Madrid.
“Gigi is a fantastic goalkeeper, and he’s at the peak of his career.”
Ter Stegen has been handed the gloves for the Copa Del Rey and Champions League this season, with Claudio Bravo on La Liga duties, but the former insists any victory would be down to the team.
“For me, it’s important to play in this final. I’m very happy to have played in this competition, and I intend to win it.
“It is not, however, a personal desire, but a team one.
“Do I dream of winning the Champions League with one of my saves? That’s not important, the important thing is to win.”