Gigi Buffon says he's nearing full fitness at Juventus.
The goalkeeper has been out of action for almost three months with a groin problem, but is expected to play in a January 6 friendly against Bayern Munich.
Buffon said: "I'm planning to play one half of that match in Messina, then I'll certainly be ready for the Coppa Italia, we'll see about the Serie A game with Siena on January 11.
"Alex Manninger did very well when replacing me at a difficult time for the team and made few mistakes. I hope to play at the top of my game for a long time, I don't know up until when. As long as I don't embarrass myself, as long as I feel like Buffon, I'll keep going."
He added: "When it comes to the Scudetto, we could play a nasty trick on Inter should they slip up. The best individuals don't always win, otherwise Brazil would've had 30 World Cups by now."