Former Juventus goalkeeper Gianluigi Buffon has advised Italy coach Gennaro Gattuso to extend an invitation to Brentford defender Michael Kayode ahead of the 2026 World Cup playoffs against Northern Ireland.
Recall that Kayode has been one of Brentford’s outstanding defenders in the ongoing Premier League.
Speaking with Football Italia, Buffon stated that Kayode’s impressive display for Brentford would be a great addition to the team.
“A big surprise has been Palestra; he’s shown something extraordinary,” Buffon said as per Football-Italia.
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“Another one who’s doing well is Kayode. Vergara, too, definitely catches your attention.”
“If there’s something he [Gattuso] doesn’t lack, it’s courage.
“Regardless of age, the national team is for those who deserve it. Of course, you need a certain core group; you get nowhere without one.
“You have to know how to use young players without burdening them with responsibilities. You must take fearlessness from young players.
