Is Maignan Serie A's Best Goalkeeper? Buffon: The Idea of 'Best' Has Never Convinced Me

In an interview with La Gazzetta dello Sport, Buffon discussed the competition among Serie A goalkeepers and mentioned that Martinez's task at Inter will not be easy. Buffon believes that Serie A's best goalkeeper will only be known at the end of the season.

How would you describe Spalletti to a child?

Buffon said: "Luciano is a bit like the wizard Merlin. He is a meticulous perfectionist with a kind heart. Through his research, his understanding of football and his deep interpersonal relationships, Spalletti strives to find a perfect chemistry, both now and in the future, that can bring victory."

Is Maignan the best goalkeeper in Serie A?

Buffon said: "The idea of 'the best' has never completely convinced me. First there is potential and expectation, and then you have to look at the player's actual performance over 10 months. Serie A's best goalkeeper will only be known at the end of the season; consistency is the key. Maignan, Carnesecchi, Svilar, Vicario and Meret are all very valuable. I would also like to mention Caprile, Falcone, and Martinez, whose task at Inter will not be easy."