Zaniolo and Udinese end salary stand-off with new contract to 2029
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Nicolò Zaniolo has resolved his salary dispute with Udinese and signed a new contract extending his stay until 2029.
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Attributed to original sourceNicolò Zaniolo has put pen to paper on a new contract with Udinese this afternoon, holding him to the club until June 2029 with an option to extend, for an improved salary.
The player had abandoned pre-season training for over a week in the dispute over his wages, and had been expected back today, but was nowhere to be seen.
TURIN, ITALY – OCTOBER 29: Nicolo Zaniolo of Udinese Calcio celebrates a goal during the Serie A match between Juventus FC and Udinese Calcio at on October 29, 2025 in Turin, Italy. (Photo by Valerio Pennicino/Getty Images) According to Sky Sport Italia , the final details were resolved today and he signed the new deal.
It runs to June 2029, but Udinese do have an option to extend for a further year.
Why Zaniolo contract was contentious PARMA, ITALY – NOVEMBER 29: Nicolò Zaniolo of Udinese Calcio looks on during the Serie A match between Parma Calcio 1913 and Udinese Calcio at Stadio Ennio Tardini on November 29, 2025 in Parma, Italy. (Photo by Alessandro Sabattini/Getty Images) Zaniolo arrived on transfer deadline day last summer from Galatasaray, on loan with an option to buy at the end of the season.
As the move was so rushed to get it over the line in time, they agreed to revisit the issue of his wages once the campaign had concluded.
That proved difficult, as they struggled to agree on personal terms, leading to the Italy international’s walk-out.
His current contract already runs to June 2029, with Galatasaray given a 50 per cent cut of the future sale fee.
It is reported the salary is now worth €2m per season , but the structure has changed dividing the fixed sum from the performance-related add-ons.
Zaniolo contributed six goals and as many assists in 34 competitive appearances for Udinese.
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What happened
After weeks of negotiations marked by a public salary stand-off, Nicolò Zaniolo and Udinese have reached an agreement. The Italian winger has signed a new contract committing him to the Friulian club until 2029. The resolution ends a tense period that had raised doubts about Zaniolo's future at the club, and provides stability for both player and team going forward.
Chance analysis
Resolving a contract stand-off typically stabilizes a player's role and mindset, which is positive for Udinese's attacking options. Zaniolo's confirmed commitment removes transfer uncertainty that could have distracted from his performances. The 2029 extension signals long-term planning from Udinese, suggesting they view him as a central figure in their project.
Positive for Udinese's attacking depth and squad stability; Zaniolo gains clarity and motivation after the dispute.
Zaniolo is available and settled at Udinese for the long term, boosting their attacking output and removing any January exit risk.