Federico Chiesa receives message from Gianluigi Buffon after 'problem' comment

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Italy legend Gianluigi Buffon said that the Azzurri are waiting on Federico Chiesa's return to the international fold after failing to secure automatic qualification for next summer's World Cup. Chiesa has not played for Italy since Euro 2024, with the start of his international absence coinciding with his move to Liverpool last summer.

Italy boss Gennaro Gattuso has been keen to include Chiesa in his recent squads, only for the winger to reject the call-ups. Buffon, Italy's delegation chief, said that the team is waiting on Chiesa.

The Italy boss was also asked about Chiesa after this week's World Cup playoff draw, which pitted the Italians against Northern Ireland. It’s his (Chiesa's) problem.