Paris Saint-Germain have signed defender Alessandro Florenzi on a season-long loan from Italian side Roma.
PSG have an option to buy the 29-year-old full-back at the end of the loan.
Florenzi came through the youth ranks at Roma, making a total of 280 appearances for the Serie A club.
He scored a 28 goals and made 32 assists in all competitions for Roma.
Florenzi has made 36 appearances for the Italy national team, scoring 2 goals.
A statement on PSG’s website read: Paris Saint-Germain is pleased to announce Alessandro Florenzi’s arrival from AS Roma. The Italy international has signed a loan deal until 30 June 2021 including a purchase option.
Florenzi said: ‘’I’m really proud and happy to become a Paris Saint-Germain player.
‘’They’re one of the major clubs in Europe today, confirmed by their run to the Champions League final last month.
‘’I’m keen to give my best for Paris Saint-Germain and the supporters. We have extraordinary challenges ahead of us this season, and it will be a pleasure and an honour to face them alongside my new teammates, who are among the best players in the world.’’
Florenzi will wear the number 24 shirt at PSG.
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