Udinese are close to completing a deal for Austrian defender David Alaba after reaching a verbal agreement with the former Real Madrid player.
Only formal procedures and the remaining steps, including the necessary medical checks, are understood to be pending before the move can be officially completed.
Alaba Could Join Udinese as a Free Agent
Udinese can sign Alaba without paying a transfer fee to Real Madrid after the Austrian defender's contract with the Spanish club expired in June 2026.
Real Madrid officially announced the end of Alaba's spell at the club after five seasons. He made 131 appearances and won 11 trophies during his time in Madrid.
The 34-year-old is therefore available as a free agent and is now close to beginning a new chapter in Italian football.
David Alaba's Impressive Career
Alaba has enjoyed a highly successful career at the highest level, spending many years with Bayern Munich before joining Real Madrid in 2021.
During his time in Germany, the Austrian defender won numerous domestic and European trophies, including the UEFA Champions League.
He continued his trophy-winning career with Real Madrid, winning the Champions League twice, two La Liga titles and several other major trophies.
Alaba Set for His First Serie A Experience
If the transfer is completed, Alaba will play in Serie A for the first time in his career after previously featuring for clubs in Austria, Germany and Spain.
His arrival would give Udinese a defender with extensive experience in top-level European football, as well as the ability to operate in different defensive positions.
A New Chapter After Real Madrid
Alaba's five-year spell at Real Madrid came to an end this summer, with the defender making 16 appearances during the 2025-26 season according to the club's official statistics.
A move to Udinese would give the Austrian international the opportunity to continue his career in another major European league after his successful spells in the Bundesliga and La Liga.
Final Steps Before Alaba's Udinese Move
Although Alaba and Udinese have reached a verbal agreement, the transfer has not yet been officially completed.
The remaining formal procedures and medical examination are expected to precede the signing of the contract and the official announcement of the move.
Has David Alaba officially joined Udinese?
Not yet. Alaba has reached a verbal agreement with Udinese, but formal steps remain before the transfer can be completed.
Is David Alaba currently a free agent?
Yes. Alaba became a free agent after his Real Madrid contract ended in June 2026.
Has Alaba played in Serie A before?
No. A move to Udinese would mark his first experience in the Italian top flight.
When did Alaba join Real Madrid?
Alaba joined Real Madrid in 2021 after spending many years with Bayern Munich.
What are David Alaba's major trophies?
Alaba has won multiple Champions League titles, as well as German and Spanish league titles and several domestic and international trophies.
