Last season Genoa goalkeeper Mattia Perin burst on to the Serie A scene by making 134 saves in 37 starts.
His fine club form led to his inclusion in the Azzurri squad at the World Cup and to his moniker as the “Next Buffon.”
With Genoa’s pre-season kicking off in Austria last week and rumours circulating about a possible move to another team, Perin spoke to Corriere Mercantile about his time with Genoa and his success over the last year.
“Last year was a very positive season that ended with the national team call-up,” Perin explained.
“I made another step, but the scale is still long. I still have many things to learn and to make clear.”
Perin also spoke about a possible transfer away from the Grifone.
“There are many things I have read, but I have never expressed my opinion. My will is to stay in Genoa for a long time.
“Moreover, if the company will push to sell me, I will obey; but I want to play here.”
Perin also talked about the upcoming season and its difficulties.
“The championship will be more difficult, because we are a young team that will go forward. We have the power of enthusiasm.”
Perin kept 11 cleansheets for Genoa last season after a rocky start that saw the youngster make numerous mistakes and give up seven goals in two matches.
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