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  "id": 510864,
  "title": "PSG sign Digne from Villa",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/10/psg-sign-digne-from-villa",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-10T22:00:11.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "New Straits Times",
    "slug": "new-straits-times",
    "url": "https://www.nst.com.my/sports/football/2026/08/1508451/psg-sign-digne-villa"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Aston Villa defender Lucas Digne has signed a three-year contract with Paris Saint-Germain, the club announced on Sunday. The 33-year-old French international previously played for PSG between 2013 and 2015. Digne expressed his honor at returning to the Paris Saint-Germain website, praising the club's growth over the years. He stated he is eager to contribute his experience to the team. Prior to PSG, Digne had a stint on loan in Serie A with Roma, followed by a move to Barcelona, coached by current PSG manager Luis Enrique. He then transferred to the Premier League with Everton, and later joined Aston Villa in 2018. At Villa, Digne helped secure the Europa League title under Unai Emery last season. A France international with 64 caps, Digne became the nation's first-choice left-back during the 2026 World Cup qualifying period. PSG's summer signings include fellow French player Maghnes Akliouche from Monaco. Digne is expected to serve as cover for PSG's starting left-back, Nuno Mendes, with a potential debut against Aston Villa in the UEFA Super Cup in Salzburg.",
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    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "The Chronicle Ghana",
        "title": "Lucas Digne joins PSG as Aston Villa lose another key player",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/11/lucas-digne-joins-psg-as-aston-villa-lose-another-key-player",
        "published": "2026-08-11T01:05:03.000Z"
      }
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
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