Legendary Italian goalkeeper Gianluigi Buffon is set to play at least until he is 46 years old after signing a new contract at Serie B club Parma. Parma on Monday confirmed that the shot-stopper has committed to fresh terms at Ennio Tardini Stadium through to 2024.

"Buffon has renewed his contract until 2024, I'm very happy. Gigi is a great player, one of the top three Italian goalkeepers. We're delighted with the renewal. In addition to his leadership skills, he has great qualities on a human level," Kyle Krause, President of Parma Calcio 1913 said.