Udinese have practically confirmed their agreement with former Real Madrid defender David Alaba by posting a cheeky chair-themed hint on social media.
Austrian defender Alaba is set to join Udinese on a free transfer.
MADRID, SPAIN – MARCH 02: David Alaba of Real Madrid in action during the LaLiga EA Sports match between Real Madrid CF and Getafe CF at Estadio Santiago Bernabeu on March 02, 2026 in Madrid, Spain. (Photo by Angel Martinez/Getty Images)
Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano broke the news this morning, and Udinese seem to confirm the agreement on social media.
The Serie A club shared a photo of a white chair on their official X account.
This image references David Alaba's iconic celebration at Real Madrid in 2022, when the Austrian defender lifted a plastic chair to commemorate the Merengues' comeback against PSG in the Round of 16.
MADRID, SPAIN – APRIL 16: Bukayo Saka of Arsenal runs with the ball whilst under pressure from David Alaba of Real Madrid during the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 Quarter Final Second Leg match between Real Madrid C.F. and Arsenal FC at Estadio Santiago Bernabeu on April 16, 2025 in Madrid, Spain. (Photo by Angel Martinez/Getty Images)
Udinese are now expected to confirm Alaba's signature with an official statement on their website.
The Bianconeri have had a tough start to the season, grabbing one win, one draw and three defeats in the opening five Serie A games.
