David Alaba signs for Udinese
- Udinese have completed the signing of D. Alaba โ the move is confirmed, led by Udinese (official) and corroborated by 12 reports (100% credibility).
Story log
- 27 Sept2 new sources: Goal, beIN SPORTS โ now 59 tracking the story
- 27 SeptHeadline refreshed as the story develops
- 27 Sept5 new sources: Reported as official by multiple outlets (Alfredo Pedullร , CalcioNews24, TuttoMercatoWeb summarising the club announcement), Fabrizio Romano (social/X/Telegram post), Goal, Gazeta Esportiva (Portuguese/Brazil) โ now 57 tracking the story
- 26 SeptHeadline refreshed as the story develops
- 26 Sept5 new sources: Fantacalcio.it, ORF Sport (reports Fabrizio Romano's exclusive), ANSA (Italian news agency), Lega Serie A (official site, English) โ now 52 tracking the story
- 26 Sept5 new sources: Sky Sport (Calciomercato), Fabrizio Romano (Telegram/X posts), El Paรญs (Spain), Lega Serie A (news/Enilive) โ now 47 tracking the story
- 25 Sept9 new sources: Fabrizio Romano (X/Telegram post), Football-Italia, ANSA (Italian news agency), beIN SPORTS โ now 42 tracking the story
- 25 SeptHeadline refreshed as the story develops
- 25 Sept12 new sources: Corriere dello Sport, Italpress, CalcioUdinese / Calciomercato coverage, Tuttosport โ now 33 tracking the story
- 24 SeptHeadline refreshed as the story develops
- 24 SeptStory over โ the player is heading elsewhere
- 24 Sept10 new sources: Sky Sport, Udinese (official site, English), Udinese (official site, Italian), Gazzetta dello Sport โ now 21 tracking the story
- 23 SeptStory opened โ 11 sources (Gianluca Di Marzio, Sky Sport (Italy), Fabrizio Romano (X/official posts), Gazzetta dello Sport)
What the reports say
- David Alaba has joined Udinese on a contract running until 30 June 2027 (signed as a free agent). โ Reported as official by multiple outlets (Alfredo Pedullร , CalcioNews24, TuttoMercatoWeb summarising the club announcement)
- Udinese Calcio officially announce the signing of David Alaba on a contract until 30 June 2027. โ Udinese (official site, English)
- David Alaba has signed for Udinese on a one-year deal (until 30 June 2027). โ Udinese (official site, Italian)
- Lega Serie A (English) reports Udinese have reached an agreement to sign David Alaba and highlights the move to Serie A. โ Lega Serie A (official site, English)
D. Alaba is a 34-year-old central defender at Udinese, rated 10.4 overall by Field Insider's model. A seasoned veteran, he has been a fringe squad member this season (3.7% of available minutes). His defensive output reads 2.86 tackles, blocks and interceptions per 90. Below: strengths, watch-points, market-value outlook and the latest transfer news on Alaba.
Also this season: 3 apps, 0g at Real Madrid.
- RReported as official by multiple outlets (Alfredo Pedullร , CalcioNews24, TuttoMercatoWeb summarising the club announcement)David Alaba has joined Udinese on a contract running until 30 June 2027 (signed as a free agent).ConcreteNamed sourceTrusted 95%
David Alaba has joined Udinese on a contract running until 30 June 2027 (signed as a free agent).
27 SeptRead full article โ - UUdinese (official site, English)Udinese Calcio officially announce the signing of David Alaba on a contract until 30 June 2027.Named sourceTrusted 95%
Udinese Calcio officially announce the signing of David Alaba on a contract until 30 June 2027.
24 SeptRead full article โ - UUdinese (official site, Italian)David Alaba has signed for Udinese on a one-year deal (until 30 June 2027).ConcreteNamed sourceTrusted 95%
David Alaba has signed for Udinese on a one-year deal (until 30 June 2027).
24 SeptRead full article โ - LLega Serie A (official site, English)Lega Serie A (English) reports Udinese have reached an agreement to sign David Alaba and highlights the move to Serie A.ConcreteNamed sourceTrusted 95%
Lega Serie A (English) reports Udinese have reached an agreement to sign David Alaba and highlights the move to Serie A.
24 SeptRead full article โ - FFabrizio Romano (X/official posts)Exclusive: Fabrizio Romano reports Udinese have reached a verbal agreement with David Alaba and that he will sign a one-year deal until June 2027.ConcreteNamed sourceTrusted 95%
Exclusive: Fabrizio Romano reports Udinese have reached a verbal agreement with David Alaba and that he will sign a one-year deal until June 2027.
23 SeptRead full article โ - FFabrizio Romano (Telegram/X posts)Exclusive/confirmation: David Alaba to Udinese โ deal confirmed (reporting/breaking tweet/updates).ConcreteNamed sourceTrusted 87%
Exclusive/confirmation: David Alaba to Udinese โ deal confirmed (reporting/breaking tweet/updates).
24 SeptRead full article โ - SSky Sport (Calciomercato)David Alaba signed for Udinese on a free transfer (official announcement).ConcreteNamed sourceTrusted 85%
David Alaba signed for Udinese on a free transfer (official announcement).
26 SeptRead full article โ - CCalcioUdinese / Calciomercato coverageDavid Alaba has completed medical checks ahead of a move to Udinese (agreement reported; signing expected).ConcreteNamed sourceTrusted 85%
David Alaba has completed medical checks ahead of a move to Udinese (agreement reported; signing expected).
25 SeptRead full article โ - FFabrizio Romano (social/X/Telegram post)EXCLUSIVE โ Fabrizio Romano reports Udinese have reached a verbal agreement with David Alaba and the deal is moving to formal steps (here we go).ConcreteNamed sourceTrusted 85%
EXCLUSIVE โ Fabrizio Romano reports Udinese have reached a verbal agreement with David Alaba and the deal is moving to formal steps (here we go).
24 SeptRead full article โ - SSky Sport (calciomercato feature / Di Marzio link)Udinese have a verbal agreement with ex-Real Madrid defender David Alaba; he is at Villa Stuart for medical checks ahead of signing.ConcreteNamed sourceTrusted 85%
Udinese have a verbal agreement with ex-Real Madrid defender David Alaba; he is at Villa Stuart for medical checks ahead of signing.
23 SeptRead full article โ - LLiveScore (report quoting Romano/club social)Udinese posted a 'white chair' social post after Fabrizio Romano's exclusive that Alaba had an agreement with the club; confirmation expected.Trusted 85%
Udinese posted a 'white chair' social post after Fabrizio Romano's exclusive that Alaba had an agreement with the club; confirmation expected.
23 SeptRead full article โ - OORF Sport (reports Fabrizio Romano's exclusive)Fabrizio Romano (reported by multiple outlets) says Udinese have reached a verbal agreement with David Alaba.Trusted 85%
Fabrizio Romano (reported by multiple outlets) says Udinese have reached a verbal agreement with David Alaba.
23 SeptRead full article โ - AA Bola (Portugal)Portuguese outlet reporting Udinese secured David Alaba (free agent) after the club's social hint and Romano's report.Trusted 83%
Portuguese outlet reporting Udinese secured David Alaba (free agent) after the club's social hint and Romano's report.
23 SeptRead full article โ - FFabrizio Romano (X/Telegram post)Exclusive: Fabrizio Romano reports David Alaba has an agreement with Udinese and posts 'here we go' โ confirms the one-year deal after Real Madrid exit.ConcreteNamed sourceTrusted 79%
Exclusive: Fabrizio Romano reports David Alaba has an agreement with Udinese and posts 'here we go' โ confirms the one-year deal after Real Madrid exit.
23 SeptRead full article โ - TTuttosportDavid Alaba โ multiple Italian outlets report Udinese held medicals and are close to formalising a deal (background/coverage by Tuttosport).Trusted 75%
David Alaba โ multiple Italian outlets report Udinese held medicals and are close to formalising a deal (background/coverage by Tuttosport).
25 SeptRead full article โ - EEl Paรญs (Deportes)El Paรญs (Spain) reports Udinese have signed David Alaba after his time at Real Madrid.ConcreteNamed sourceTrusted 75%
El Paรญs (Spain) reports Udinese have signed David Alaba after his time at Real Madrid.
24 SeptRead full article โ - EEl Paรญs (Spain)Reports that Udinese have signed David Alaba after his exit from Real Madrid.ConcreteNamed sourceTrusted 75%
Reports that Udinese have signed David Alaba after his exit from Real Madrid.
24 SeptRead full article โ - SSky Sport Austria (reports on Alaba to Udinese)Sky Sport (Italy/Austria coverage) reports Alaba is set to join Udinese and has undergone/arranged medical checks.ConcreteNamed sourceTrusted 75%
Sky Sport (Italy/Austria coverage) reports Alaba is set to join Udinese and has undergone/arranged medical checks.
23 SeptRead full article โ - SSky SportSky Sport (Italy) reports Alaba is officially a new Udinese player with a contract until 30 June 2027, including interview/quotes.Mixed 68%
Sky Sport (Italy) reports Alaba is officially a new Udinese player with a contract until 30 June 2027, including interview/quotes.
24 SeptRead full article โ - AASLive/brief: Udinese closing on/signing David Alaba; link to the club announcement and context.Mixed 65%
Live/brief: Udinese closing on/signing David Alaba; link to the club announcement and context.
24 SeptRead full article โ - TTuttoUdineseTuttoUdinese (local Italian outlet) report the verbal agreement with Alaba and detail the move.Mixed 63%
TuttoUdinese (local Italian outlet) report the verbal agreement with Alaba and detail the move.
23 SeptRead full article โ - SSoccerNewsSoccerNews reports Udinese have reached a verbal agreement with David Alaba ahead of medical tests in Rome, citing Fabrizio Romano.ConcreteNamed sourceMixed 63%
SoccerNews reports Udinese have reached a verbal agreement with David Alaba ahead of medical tests in Rome, citing Fabrizio Romano.
23 SeptRead full article โ - GGianluca Di MarzioGianluca Di Marzio reports Udinese will hold Alaba's medicals and gives details of the move.Mixed 62%
Gianluca Di Marzio reports Udinese will hold Alaba's medicals and gives details of the move.
24 SeptRead full article โ - GGianluca Di MarzioGianluca Di Marzio reports Alaba underwent medical tests in Rome and is expected to sign with Udinese after the checks.ConcreteNamed sourceMixed 62%
Gianluca Di Marzio reports Alaba underwent medical tests in Rome and is expected to sign with Udinese after the checks.
23 SeptRead full article โ - CCorriere dello SportCorriere dello Sport: reports Alaba to Udinese as official and shows club communiquรฉ and contract length.ConcreteNamed sourceMixed 61%
Corriere dello Sport: reports Alaba to Udinese as official and shows club communiquรฉ and contract length.
25 SeptRead full article โ - FFootball-ItaliaFootball-Italia: reports Udinese have officially signed David Alaba and describes it as a free transfer until June 2027.ConcreteNamed sourceMixed 61%
Football-Italia: reports Udinese have officially signed David Alaba and describes it as a free transfer until June 2027.
24 SeptRead full article โ - FFootball-ItaliaFootball-Italia (earlier story): Fabrizio Romano reports Alaba has reached an agreement with Udinese and can join on a free transfer.ConcreteNamed sourceMixed 61%
Football-Italia (earlier story): Fabrizio Romano reports Alaba has reached an agreement with Udinese and can join on a free transfer.
23 SeptRead full article โ - CCorriere dello SportCorriere dello Sport reports Udinese are closing the deal for Alaba, notes the club 'spoilered' the move with an image and that medical tests are next.ConcreteNamed sourceMixed 61%
Corriere dello Sport reports Udinese are closing the deal for Alaba, notes the club 'spoilered' the move with an image and that medical tests are next.
23 SeptRead full article โ - FFootball-ItaliaFootball-Italia reports Udinese have dropped a social-media hint and that Fabrizio Romano broke the agreement news.Mixed 61%
Football-Italia reports Udinese have dropped a social-media hint and that Fabrizio Romano broke the agreement news.
23 SeptRead full article โ - SSky Sport (Italy)Sky Sport (Italy) cover the story: Alaba to Udinese, free agent signing and club social clue.Mixed 58%
Sky Sport (Italy) cover the story: Alaba to Udinese, free agent signing and club social clue.
23 SeptRead full article โ - FFantacalcio.itDavid Alaba has officially signed for Udinese on a contract running until June 30, 2027.ConcreteNamed sourceMixed 57%
David Alaba has officially signed for Udinese on a contract running until June 30, 2027.
26 SeptRead full article โ - GGazeta EsportivaGazeta Esportiva (Brazil) reports Udinese are close to announcing David Alaba, citing Fabrizio Romano.Mixed 57%
Gazeta Esportiva (Brazil) reports Udinese are close to announcing David Alaba, citing Fabrizio Romano.
24 SeptRead full article โ - Nn-tv (Germany)n-tv (Germany) reports David Alaba is transferring from Real Madrid to Udinese and notes no transfer fee is due as his Madrid contract expired.Mixed 57%
n-tv (Germany) reports David Alaba is transferring from Real Madrid to Udinese and notes no transfer fee is due as his Madrid contract expired.
24 SeptRead full article โ - AANSA (Italian news agency)ANSA report: Udinese have officially signed David Alaba after he left Real Madrid; coverage includes club quotes.ConcreteNamed sourceMixed 57%
ANSA report: Udinese have officially signed David Alaba after he left Real Madrid; coverage includes club quotes.
24 SeptRead full article โ - AANSA (Italian news agency)ANSA reports Udinese close to signing the free agent David Alaba.Mixed 57%
ANSA reports Udinese close to signing the free agent David Alaba.
23 SeptRead full article โ - GGoalGoal.com (English): reports Alaba set for surprise Serie A move โ Udinese agreement and next steps.Mixed 53%
Goal.com (English): reports Alaba set for surprise Serie A move โ Udinese agreement and next steps.
24 SeptRead full article โ - GGoalUdinese have reached a verbal agreement with David Alaba (svincolato); the club posted a 'white chair' hint and medicals are ongoing.Mixed 53%
Udinese have reached a verbal agreement with David Alaba (svincolato); the club posted a 'white chair' hint and medicals are ongoing.
23 SeptRead full article โ - GGoalGoal reports Romanoโs report that Alaba has reached a verbal agreement with Udinese and notes he is available as a free agent.Mixed 53%
Goal reports Romanoโs report that Alaba has reached a verbal agreement with Udinese and notes he is available as a free agent.
23 SeptRead full article โ - IItalpressInternational press report of Udinese announcement (wire/agency coverage).Mixed 50%
International press report of Udinese announcement (wire/agency coverage).
25 SeptRead full article โ - OORF Sport (Austria)ORF (Austrian broadcaster) reports that David Alaba continues his career in Italy with Udinese.Mixed 50%
ORF (Austrian broadcaster) reports that David Alaba continues his career in Italy with Udinese.
24 SeptRead full article โ - CChannel NewsAsiaChannel News Asia (international English outlet) reports Alaba has joined Udinese, noting many high-profile free agents remain available.ConcreteNamed sourceMixed 50%
Channel News Asia (international English outlet) reports Alaba has joined Udinese, noting many high-profile free agents remain available.
24 SeptRead full article โ - TTelemundo DeportesTelemundo (Spanish-language US outlet) reports Udinese signed David Alaba and provides reaction/context.ConcreteNamed sourceMixed 50%
Telemundo (Spanish-language US outlet) reports Udinese signed David Alaba and provides reaction/context.
24 SeptRead full article โ - SSofaScore NewsSofaScore reports Alaba is officially a new Udinese player and summarises contract length and context.Mixed 50%
SofaScore reports Alaba is officially a new Udinese player and summarises contract length and context.
24 SeptRead full article โ - FFox DeportesFox Deportes (Spanish) reports Alaba is set to become a Udinese player after leaving Real Madrid, citing Fabrizio Romano and club posts.Mixed 50%
Fox Deportes (Spanish) reports Alaba is set to become a Udinese player after leaving Real Madrid, citing Fabrizio Romano and club posts.
24 SeptRead full article โ - LLega Serie A (news/Enilive)Coverage: Udinese have signed David Alaba โ announcement reported in Serie A official channels.ConcreteNamed sourceMixed 50%
Coverage: Udinese have signed David Alaba โ announcement reported in Serie A official channels.
24 SeptRead full article โ - CCalcioboxCalciobox (Italian) report Alaba-Udinese done and contract until 2027 (local coverage of official announcement).ConcreteNamed sourceMixed 50%
Calciobox (Italian) report Alaba-Udinese done and contract until 2027 (local coverage of official announcement).
24 SeptRead full article โ - GGazzetta dello SportLa Gazzettaโs English edition: Alaba agrees Udinese move as a free agent.Mixed 50%
La Gazzettaโs English edition: Alaba agrees Udinese move as a free agent.
23 SeptRead full article โ - SSport Mediaset (Italy)Udinese are close to signing David Alaba after reaching a verbal agreement; the club hinted at the move on social channels.Mixed 50%
Udinese are close to signing David Alaba after reaching a verbal agreement; the club hinted at the move on social channels.
23 SeptRead full article โ - GGazzetta dello SportLa Gazzetta dello Sport: reports agreement with Udinese for Alaba as a free agent and details around announcement.Mixed 50%
La Gazzetta dello Sport: reports agreement with Udinese for Alaba as a free agent and details around announcement.
23 SeptRead full article โ - TTyC SportsTyC Sports (Argentina) reports Alaba leaves Real Madrid to play for Udinese, referencing Romanoโs report and club indications.Mixed 50%
TyC Sports (Argentina) reports Alaba leaves Real Madrid to play for Udinese, referencing Romanoโs report and club indications.
23 SeptRead full article โ - LLiveScoreLiveScore reports former Real Madrid player David Alaba is joining Udinese on a free transfer, citing Fabrizio Romano as the source.Mixed 50%
LiveScore reports former Real Madrid player David Alaba is joining Udinese on a free transfer, citing Fabrizio Romano as the source.
23 SeptRead full article โ - YYahoo Sports (syndicated sports story)Yahoo/Sports: Summarises reports (citing Romano) that Alaba reached agreement with Udinese.Mixed 50%
Yahoo/Sports: Summarises reports (citing Romano) that Alaba reached agreement with Udinese.
23 SeptRead full article โ - LLa Repubblica (sport section)La Repubblica covers the surprise signing of David Alaba by Udinese and gives background on the player.Mixed 50%
La Repubblica covers the surprise signing of David Alaba by Udinese and gives background on the player.
23 SeptRead full article โ - GGazeta Esportiva (Portuguese/Brazil)Gazeta Esportiva (Brazil): reports Udinese close to announcing David Alaba, citing Fabrizio Romano and club social clues.Mixed 50%
Gazeta Esportiva (Brazil): reports Udinese close to announcing David Alaba, citing Fabrizio Romano and club social clues.
23 SeptRead full article โ - YYahoo SportsYahoo Sports (aggregated) reports Udinese teased Alaba's signing and cites Fabrizio Romano saying a verbal agreement is in place.Low-trust 44%
Yahoo Sports (aggregated) reports Udinese teased Alaba's signing and cites Fabrizio Romano saying a verbal agreement is in place.
23 SeptRead full article โ - CCadena SERCadena SER (Spain) reports David Alaba is close to signing for Udinese, citing Fabrizio Romano's report of a verbal agreement.Low-trust 40%
Cadena SER (Spain) reports David Alaba is close to signing for Udinese, citing Fabrizio Romano's report of a verbal agreement.
23 SeptRead full article โ - BbeIN SPORTSReport: Alaba joins Udinese as a free agent following Real Madrid exit.ConcreteNamed sourceLow-trust 33%
Report: Alaba joins Udinese as a free agent following Real Madrid exit.
24 SeptRead full article โ - BbeIN SPORTSbeIN SPORTS reports Alaba has joined Udinese as a free agent on a contract running until the end of 2026โ27.ConcreteNamed sourceLow-trust 33%
beIN SPORTS reports Alaba has joined Udinese as a free agent on a contract running until the end of 2026โ27.
24 SeptRead full article โ - SSports MoleSportsMole reports Udinese have reached a verbal agreement with David Alaba (citing Fabrizio Romano).Low-trust 28%
SportsMole reports Udinese have reached a verbal agreement with David Alaba (citing Fabrizio Romano).
24 SeptRead full article โ