David Alaba Clears Udinese Medical Following Real Madrid Departure
David Alaba is set to join Udinese on a free transfer after passing his medical tests in Rome, following the expiry of his Real Madrid contract on 30 June. The David Alaba Udinese transfer is expected to be signed off within days. Alaba leaves without a fee attached. That closes an eight-year stay at the Bernabéu that delivered some of the biggest trophies in the club’s history.
Sky Sport Italia Details Medical Tests and Contract Terms
Alaba passed his medical examination at the Villa Stuart clinic in Rome, and no issues were flagged, according to Sky Sport Italia. The broadcaster said the defender underwent a full set of physical tests before doctors cleared him to proceed, a detail also covered in the Goal report on Alaba’s medical.
Reports in Italy indicate Alaba will sign a short-term agreement once he arrives in Udine, rather than commit to a lengthy deal at this stage of his career. Real Madrid have not commented on the terms. Udinese are yet to confirm registration, so supporters should treat the contract length as provisional until the club makes it official.
Jose Mourinho’s Squad Dynamics and Alaba’s Trophy-Laden Career
Alaba’s exit leaves Jose Mourinho with one fewer option across central defence and left back, the two positions the Austrian covered for Real Madrid in recent seasons. The head coach will now assess his remaining choices in that part of the pitch, a subject touched on in our earlier report on Mourinho’s squad planning.
Few players leave Madrid with a medal collection like Alaba’s. Across his time at Bayern Munich and the Bernabéu, he won four Champions League titles, ten Bundesliga trophies, two LaLiga crowns, three European Super Cups and three Club World Cups. That record made his next move one of the more closely watched free transfers of the summer.
Alaba opted for Udinese despite interest from Inter Miami, Union Berlin, Club America and Al-Sadd, turning down clubs across three continents to stay in one of Europe’s top leagues. It says plenty about his ambition that he chose regular Serie A football over an easier schedule elsewhere.
Formal Signings and Udine Arrival Ahead for Ex-Madrid Defender
The David Alaba Udinese transfer now moves into its final stage, with the player expected to travel to Udine to complete the formalities. Reports suggest the short-term deal could be put in writing within days, though Udinese have not confirmed anything through official channels yet.
Once registered, Alaba would become one of the most decorated players in Serie A, adding real experience to Udinese’s defence as they look to secure their place in the division this season. Our tactical breakdown of the derby defeat already showed how much Real Madrid have missed his composure at the back. For Real Madrid, this closes a significant chapter as Mourinho continues shaping his squad without him.
