Former Real Madrid and Bayern Munich defender, David Alaba, is on his way to Italy to complete his move to Udinese, according to transfer journalist Fabrizio Romano.
The 34-year-old Austrian defender has reportedly reached an agreement with the Serie A club and is expected to undergo his medical tests before signing the necessary documents.
Udinese have already hinted at the deal on social media by posting an image of a chair, a reference to Alaba’s famous chair celebration during his Real Madrid days.
Alaba became a free agent after leaving Real Madrid this summer, bringing an end to his five-year spell at the Spanish giants. Before Madrid, he enjoyed a highly successful career with Bayern Munich.
The move represents a major experience boost for Udinese, who have conceded 11 goals in their opening five Serie A matches this season.
Alaba is expected to add leadership and experience to a defence that has struggled early in the campaign.
However, the final formalities still depend on the medical examination. Reports note that Alaba has had significant injury problems in recent seasons, making the medical an important step before the transfer is officially completed.
If the medical is successfully completed, Alaba will begin a new chapter in Serie A, joining Udinese as a free agent.
