Former Real Madrid and Bayern Munich defender David Alaba is set to continue his football career in Italy after agreeing to join Serie A side Udinese. Read original
Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano has confirmed the surprise move, reporting that Alaba is on his way to Italy to complete his medical tests and contract signing with Udinese.
Romano initially revealed that Udinese had reached a verbal agreement with the Austrian defender before later confirming that the exclusive story had been completed, with the player arriving in Italy.
Alaba agrees one-year deal
According to the latest details, the 34-year-old defender will sign a one-year contract with Udinese, keeping him at the Italian club until June 2027.
The transfer comes after Alaba became a free agent following the end of his contract with Real Madrid.
Romano reported that Alaba was travelling to Italy to complete the remaining formalities after the Serie A club confirmed the agreement.
Surprise move for former Real Madrid star
The move represents an unexpected next chapter for a player who spent much of his career at the highest level of European football.
Alaba joined Real Madrid in 2021 after leaving Bayern Munich, where he established himself as one of Europe's most experienced defenders.
During his time in Madrid, he won major trophies and made 132 appearances for the Spanish giants, although injuries affected his final seasons at the club.
The Austrian can operate as a centre-back and left-back, giving Udinese a highly experienced option in defence.
Alaba set for new challenge in Serie A
Udinese's decision to bring in Alaba adds a player with extensive experience of the Bundesliga, La Liga and Champions League to their squad.
The defender will now undergo the final medical checks before completing his move and officially becoming a Udinese player.
Romano's latest update described the transfer as an exclusive story that has now been confirmed, with Alaba arriving for his medical and contract signing.
For Alaba, the move marks the beginning of a new chapter after five seasons at Real Madrid and a long spell at Bayern Munich.
The surprise transfer to Udinese is expected to become official once the remaining formal procedures are completed.
