French defender Lucas Digne has made his way back to Paris St-Germain, sealing a switch from Aston Villa to the current European titleholders.
The 33-year-old full-back has put pen to paper on a deal lasting three seasons with PSG, marking his return to the Parc des Princes over a decade after his initial stint at the club.
Digne back in Paris colors
Digne first joined PSG early in his career, featuring in 30 matches for the Ligue 1 side before moving to Barcelona in 2016. His comeback follows an eight-year period spent in English football.
PSG triggered the £8.5m release clause written into his Aston Villa contract to secure the defender. Digne expressed his delight at returning to the capital club and noted how much the team has evolved since his previous time there.
“It is a great privilege to come back to Paris St-Germain after the amazing chapter I had here over ten years ago,” Digne stated. “I am truly struck by the growth this club has shown in that time.”
Left-back battle heats up at PSG
With Digne on board, PSG gain another seasoned presence on the left flank, as the Frenchman will compete with regular starter Nuno Mendes for minutes in that role.
He steps into a squad that has cemented its status among Europe’s elite, capturing the Champions League twice in a row. Their most recent victory came in the 2026 final, where PSG edged out Arsenal via penalties.
The transfer also brings Digne back to France after a three-year run with Aston Villa, which began when he arrived from Everton in 2022.
Villa lose another key figure
Digne departs Aston Villa having been part of the lineup that claimed the Europa League last season, delivering the club’s first major trophy in three decades.
His exit adds to a busy period of change at Villa Park this term. He becomes the third senior player to leave, after Morgan Rogers joined Chelsea and Youri Tielemans moved to Manchester United.
For PSG, this signing brings back a familiar face who knows the setup well and strengthens their options in a spot currently held by Mendes.