According to multiple reports in Italy, the head of the Italian delegation, Gigi Buffon, has requested to meet with the FIGC to discuss his future with La Nazionale and their long-term plans.
Italian delegation head Gigi Buffon is considering his future with the national team after their disappointing elimination from EURO 2024.
There were reports that the former goalkeeper had decided to step down, but according to Sky Sport Italy and Tuttosport is not yet the case.
Buffon ponders his future in Italy after EURO 2024 elimination
Buffon has even demanded a meeting with FIGC leaders to discuss long-term plans and his position within the project.
Luciano Spalletti appointed Buffon as head of the Italian delegation in September 2023.
According to reports, Buffon wants to ensure that the conditions are created to continue the project after the disappointing elimination from the European Championship.
From TuttosportSpalletti could also be in talks with the 2006 World Cup winner.
Neither FIGC president Gabriele Gravina nor coach Spalletti resigned following Italy’s elimination from EURO 2024, but Gravina announced a Federation elections on November 4, 2024.
