Italy great Gigi Buffon has sung the praises of AC Milan's title winners.

Buffon has just extended his contract with Parma for the new season.

Asked about Maignan at a charity event in Florence, he said: “A top goalkeeper: three most important pillars [for Milan's success were] Maignan, Theo Hernandez, [Sandro] Tonali and when he has been available, Ibra [Zlatan Ibrahimovic]."

Asked about Rafael Leao's impact, he added: “Him, too, of course, even if a little more inconsistently.

"This shows what believing together, having a compact group and and a manager who can stimulate you to the right point and create a positive atmosphere means."