Zaniolo reportedly close to new contract agreement with Udinese
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Reports indicate that Nicolò Zaniolo is nearing an agreement on a new contract with Udinese, suggesting he will remain at the club.
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Attributed to original sourceNicolò Zaniolo and Udinese have reportedly made progress in talks for a new contract, after he had abandoned training and tried to offer himself to Milan.
This is quite an odd situation for the 27-year-old, because he arrived from Galatasaray on deadline day last summer, on loan with an option to buy for a total of €7.5m plus a 50 per cent cut of the future sale fee.
Zaniolo postponed Udinese deal UDINE, ITALY – APRIL 18: Nicolò Zaniolo of Udinese looks on during the warm up ahead of the Serie A match between Udinese Calcio and Parma Calcio 1913 at Stadio Friuli on April 18, 2026 in Udine, Italy. (Photo by Timothy Rogers/Getty Images) However, it was rushed through with the proviso that if Udinese activated the option to make it permanent, they would negotiate an improved salary.
That has proved to be difficult, with the player refusing to attend pre-season training, presenting a medical certificate from his doctor.
His agent had tried to offer him to other clubs , above all Milan, but Sky Sport Italia now report that Zaniolo is edging closer to an agreement with Udinese.
His contract runs to June 2029, but the player wants improved wages and terms.
It is suggested there could be a full agreement within 24 hours, so he could return to training on Monday or Tuesday.
Zaniolo scored six goals with six assists in 34 games for Udinese last season.
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What happened
According to Italian media reports, Nicolò Zaniolo is close to finalizing a new contract with Udinese. The former Roma and Galatasaray attacker joined Udinese and has been working to establish himself. The new deal would secure his future at the Friuli club and provide stability for both the player and the team. Details on the length of the contract and financial terms have not been disclosed.
Chance analysis
Securing Zaniolo on a new contract is a positive signal for Udinese, indicating both parties see value in continuing the relationship. Retaining a player of his profile provides tactical continuity and avoids the need for a replacement in the upcoming transfer windows. For prediction systems, this stabilizes Udinese's attacking options heading into the next phase of the season.
Positive for Udinese as they retain an attacking option; provides squad stability and avoids potential transfer uncertainty for the player.
Zaniolo's likely contract extension with Udinese means his availability and form remain consistent factors for upcoming Udinese match predictions.