Zabarniy Opens a New Chapter in His Career: Transfer to PSG Sparks Excitement and New Challenges
Ukrainian national team footballer Ilya Zabarniy has recently embarked on a new chapter in his football journey by transferring from English club Bournemouth to the French giants Paris Saint-Germain.
This move represents a significant step forward in his career, promising not only excitement but also great motivation to achieve new heights.
In his first interview with the club’s press service, Zabarniy shared his impressions and thoughts on this transformative phase of his life and career.”It’s incredible!” he began.
“For me, PSG is the best football club in the world and the most promising project, offering opportunities to realize my most cherished dreams.
This was the best choice — I felt very welcomed here, and that has become a powerful incentive to integrate quickly into the team.
The feeling gets better every day, each moment is a new lesson, a chance to improve.
I am confident in the correctness of my decision.”Zabarniy also emphasized the importance of meeting the coach, noting that under his guidance, he sees potential for personal and team development.
“I know the coach was already expecting me; I remembered the time he was coaching the Spanish national team when I played for Ukraine.
We won 1-0 back then, which remains vivid in my memory.
I really like his energy, and I am ready to show similar passion in my play.
I was captivated by PSG’s style of play from the very first matches I watched.
I am very happy to be here now,” the new club player shared.According to Zabarniy, this transfer is among the most expensive of his career — PSG paid Bournemouth 63 million euros, excluding bonuses.
His contract is valid until 2030, and he will wear the number 6 jersey, already part of PSG’s current champions, who have also won the prestigious Champions League, adding more prestige and responsibility to this move.This transfer became the second most costly in Ukrainian football history.
Reactions from Ukrainian clubs and the football federation emphasized its significance for Ukrainian football and the potential for young talents to grow in the global football arena.