Illia Zabarnyi Joins PSG As Club’s First-Ever Ukrainian Player

Illia Zabarnyi, born on September 1, 2002, has made history by becoming Paris Saint-Germain's first-ever Ukrainian player. The talented defender will wear the number 6 shirt as he embarks on a new chapter in the French capital.

Zabarnyi rose through the ranks of Dynamo Kyiv's academy under the guidance of former Ukrainian international Serhiy Bezhenar and Artem Yashkin. His rapid ascent saw him debut in the Ukrainian Premier Liga in September 2020 and make an early impact in the Champions League against top European clubs like Juventus and Barcelona.

Known for his aerial prowess and defensive composure, Zabarnyi scored his first professional goal with a trademark header in April 2021. With 12 Champions League and 9 Europa League appearances already under his belt, Zabarnyi has been instrumental in Dynamo's success.

After a successful stint at Bournemouth in the Premier League, where he earned the club's Player of.