Udinese confirms desire to sign Nicolo Zaniolo permanently

Udinese is determined to secure Nicolo Zaniolo on a permanent transfer, with Sporting Director Gianluca Nani confirming the club's strong interest and the player's willingness to stay. Zaniolo, currently on loan from Galatasaray, has had a nomadic career since joining the Turkish club, with multiple loan spells across Europe.

After transfers to Aston Villa, Atalanta, and Fiorentina, Zaniolo found a more stable role at Udinese, where he has been a regular starter. This renewed consistency appears to have convinced both the club and the player of a mutually beneficial future. Nani stated, "We definitely want to buy him permanently and keep him in the squad. Zaniolo said 'yes' to us."

Zaniolo's current contract with Galatasaray runs until 2028. During the 2025-2026 season, he made a significant impact for Udinese, featuring in 38 matches and contributing with 6 goals and 7 assists. His desire to continue his career in Italy, rather than return to Turkey, further solidifies Udinese's position in pursuing the transfer.

The potential permanent move signals a positive chapter for Zaniolo, who has sought regular playing time since his initial move from Italy to Galatasaray. Udinese's commitment to acquiring him outright suggests they view him as a key player for their future ambitions.

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We definitely want to buy him permanently and keep him in the squad. Zaniolo said 'yes' to us.