David Alaba, the former defender for Real Madrid and Bayern Munich, has signed with Udinese after leaving Madrid as a free agent. The 34-year-old Austrian defender finished his time at Real Madrid on July 1, 2023, when his contract expired following five seasons with the club.
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Alaba's transfer to Udinese has been officially announced, with the club confirming that he signed a one-year contract through June 2027. Alaba expressed excitement about the move, stating, “I can’t wait to get started,” indicating his eagerness to contribute to the Serie A team.
His experience includes over 130 appearances with Real Madrid, during which he won two Champions League titles and two La Liga championships. At Bayern Munich, he secured two Champions League trophies and ten Bundesliga titles, among other honors.
The announcement was made after his father, George Alaba, shared on Tuesday that the defender was nearing a decision about his future. Fabrizio Romano later reported that Alaba's agreement with Udinese was in place. The club also hinted at the signing through social media by referencing a chair-themed post related to Alaba's past celebrations.
Alaba’s addition to Udinese is expected to strengthen their defense as they prepare for the upcoming season.