After a decade away, French international Lucas Digne is set to make a dramatic return to Paris Saint-Germain. The club is finalizing terms to bring back the experienced left-back, who has been a standout performer at Aston Villa, just as the World Cup concluded.

With a release clause estimated at €10 million, PSG moved swiftly to secure Digne’s services. The 30-year-old defender will provide cover for young sensation Nuno Mendes and reunite with his former Barcelona teammate, now PSG’s head coach. Their collaboration dates back to the 2016-17 season, when both donned the Blaugrana jersey.

Players react as Digne joins the French squad

In a twist of fate, Digne broke the news to his PSG teammates during the World Cup in the United States. Lucas Hernandez, Warren Zaïre-Emery, Désiré Doué, Bradley Barcola, and Ousmane Dembélé—his close friend—shared a lighthearted moment with the new signing. Their camaraderie was on full display, particularly with Dembélé, who has maintained a strong bond with Digne over the years.

Behind the scenes of a carefully planned deal

The transfer negotiations unfolded in secrecy, with Sporting Director Luis Campos leading the charge. Internal discussions began weeks ago, but only recently did the club prioritize Digne’s profile over younger alternatives. The veteran’s experience and leadership qualities made him the ideal choice to bolster PSG’s defensive options as the new season approaches.