Nicolò Zaniolo will remain at Udinese after agreeing to a contract extension, ending recent speculation linking him with a move to Juventus. The agreement, finalized after a meeting on Tuesday, secures the player’s future with the Serie A club following a successful season after his permanent transfer from Galatasaray.
Udinese exercised their option to buy Zaniolo earlier this year, but negotiations over personal terms had continued until now. The club had been working to reach an agreement with the 1999-born attacker on a new contract, and those efforts have proven successful. Zaniolo enjoyed a positive impact upon joining Udinese, becoming a key figure in their attack.
Juventus had expressed strong interest in acquiring Zaniolo, reportedly considering including players such as Adzic and Cabal as part of a potential deal. However, those discussions did not progress, allowing Udinese to finalize their agreement with the Italy international. According to sources, Zaniolo will sign a three-year contract with an annual salary of approximately €1.8 million.
Zaniolo’s career had seen a resurgence after a challenging period at Roma, where injuries hampered his progress. His move to Galatasaray provided an opportunity for regular football, and he subsequently impressed enough to earn a permanent transfer to Udinese. This new contract signifies Udinese’s commitment to retaining key talent and building around Zaniolo as they look to establish themselves as a consistent force in Serie A. The signing provides stability in attack and strengthens Udinese’s position within the league.
