Paris Saint-Germain has officially announced the return of Lucas Digne, following his initial stint with the club from 2013 to 2016 before his departure for FC Barcelona. The 33-year-old French international left-back spoke to the club’s official website after signing.
“Once again, I will give my all to represent Paris Saint-Germain.”
“I am deeply honored to return to Paris Saint-Germain after the incredible journey I experienced over a decade ago. I am particularly impressed by the club’s evolution in recent years.
The working conditions at the Campus are exceptional and reflect the Club’s ambitions. I look forward to starting this new chapter and putting all my experience at the service of the team. Once again, I will give my all to represent Paris Saint-Germain.”
It is a special moment for Digne, who has maintained a strong bond with PSG since leaving, even though a return to the Parisian club seemed unlikely. The opportunity arose this summer, coming off a stellar season with Aston Villa and having played numerous matches for Les Bleus, notably during the 2026 World Cup.
While his first spell in the capital left a mixed impression—revealing a serious, professional player capable of flashes of brilliance but also prone to disappointing performances—he now has the chance to leave a more positive legacy. Naturally, comparisons with Nuno Mendes (24) will be challenging, though the rivalry with Scherrer Maxwell back in the day was already a tough act to follow.
In any case, there is no doubt about Digne’s determination and his delight at returning to Paris. He is expected to start as a backup option, but the goal is to contribute to the team as effectively as possible and potentially earn a starting spot in a big match if the opportunity arises. It is well known that head coach Luis Enrique places great importance on squad competition.
