Overview
- Paris Saint-Germain completed the signing of France full-back Lucas Digne on Sunday by triggering a release clause and giving him a three-year contract running to summer 2029.
- British and European reports put the fee at roughly £8.5 million (just under €10 million), a figure reached by activating the clause in Digne’s Aston Villa contract.
- Digne is expected to serve as experienced cover and competition for first-choice left-back Nuno Mendes as PSG finalise their squad before the Super Cup and the Ligue 1 opener.
- Aston Villa confirmed the sale and immediately moved to replace him, with multiple reports saying they have agreed terms to sign Matteo Ruggeri for about €20 million.
- The move is a homecoming for the 33-year-old, who returns to PSG after spells at Barcelona, Everton and Villa and who brings Champions League, Europa League and international experience to the squad.