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Football

Alaba says desire to keep competing drove Udinese move

Source: Punch Nigeria · 24 Sep 2026, 15:20 UTC
Alaba says desire to keep competing drove Udinese move
Image: Punch Nigeria · original report

Former Real Madrid and Bayern Munich defender David Alaba has explained his decision to join Italian club Udinese. The player said the move was motivated by his wish to continue competing, according to Punch Nigeria.

Former Real Madrid and Bayern Munich defender David Alaba has explained his decision to join Serie A club Udinese, saying he wanted to continue competing, Punch Nigeria reports. The source characterises the move as a decision by Alaba to remain active in football. It does not provide further details about the terms of the move, the length of his agreement or his expected role at the club.

No additional comments from Udinese or information about Alaba’s playing schedule were included in the supplied material. His stated reason for joining was a desire to keep competing.

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