Official: David Alaba joins Udinese

The Austrian signs for a Serie A club

Europe 24 September 2026 at 08:30

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Official: David Alaba joins Udinese

As announced on Wednesday, David Alaba (34) will now continue his career with Udinese.

The Austrian centre-back, who has been a free agent since leaving Real Madrid this summer, signed with the Italian club on Thursday until the end of the season. An experienced reinforcement for the current 13th-placed team in Serie A.

“Udinese Calcio is proud to announce the signing of David Alaba, one of the most decorated and prestigious footballers on the international stage. The Austrian defender has signed a contract that will tie him to the Bianconeri club until June 30, 2027,” announced the current 13th-placed team in the Serie A standings.

𝐀 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐢𝐧 𝐛𝐥𝐚𝐜𝐤 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐰𝐡𝐢𝐭𝐞. ⭐️

David Alaba is a new Udinese Calcio player. 🤍🖤

Experience, leadership and a career at the highest level of world football.

Welcome to Udine, David! pic.twitter.com/SOrA7Jc9Bg
— Udinese Calcio (@Udinese_1896) September 24, 2026

After leaving Bayern Munich, David Alaba joined Real Madrid. However, he was hampered by physical issues during his time at the Spanish club.

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