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PSG Confirm Signing of Gianluigi Buffon After Juventus Departure

Paris Saint-Germain confirmed on Friday that they have signed legendary Italian goalkeeper Gianluigi Buffon.

The French champions announced the capture on Twitter:

The 40-year-old brings a wealth of experience with him to the French capital, having spent the previous 17 years of his career with Juventus.

During his time in Turin, Buffon established himself as one of the game's great goalkeepers and was the runner-up for the Ballon d'Or in 2006. With the Bianconeri, he won 11 Serie A titles and the Coppa Italia on four occasions. He was also part of three teams that finished as runners-up in the UEFA Champions League.