PSG officially announces Lucas Digne transfer
Translated from Turkish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Paris Saint-Germain has officially announced the transfer of Lucas Digne from Aston Villa.
- The French left-back, 33, has signed a three-year contract with PSG.
- French media reports suggest the transfer fee was around 7 million Euros.
Paris Saint-Germain has officially confirmed the signing of Lucas Digne, acquiring the French left-back from English club Aston Villa. The Parisian club announced that the 33-year-old has put pen to paper on a three-year contract.
While PSG has not officially disclosed the transfer fee, French media outlets are reporting that the deal was completed for approximately 7 million Euros. This move brings Digne back to France, where he previously played for Lille before embarking on successful stints with Roma, Barcelona, and Everton.
Digne brings a wealth of experience to PSG, having made 182 appearances for Aston Villa, scoring 4 goals during his time there. He was part of the Aston Villa squad that won the UEFA Europa League championship last season. His previous clubs include Lille, Roma, Barcelona, and Everton.
This transfer marks a significant addition to PSG's squad as they aim to strengthen their defense and compete on multiple fronts. Digne's experience in top European leagues and his proven track record are expected to bolster the team's performance.
Originally published by Cumhuriyet in Turkish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.