Juventus goalkeeper Gianluigi Buffon says he feels as motivated as ever.

The 41 year-old has just a new 12 month deal for next season.

“I still have the fire burning inside of me," he told Randstad Italia.

“I keep playing because I feel good and I'm competitive, plus I always want to improve.

“The moment I became a No 1, that passion turned into work, an obligation not to look bad and to always remain at the top.

“For 15 years, I set the fun aside. Now as an 'oldie', it's as if I'm reliving my youth. This is my secret to how I can keep going.

“In the last 12 years of my career, I've enjoyed victories little and thought a lot about the defeats.

“When you're used to winning, it seems normal. In that sense, the wins have a minor impact on you but frustration of losing remains.

“I must try making peace with this, otherwise I risk never quitting."