Udinese confirmed the arrival of LukášAlaba, former defender of the Czech national team and Real Madrid, during the Sky Sport session. Coach KostaRunjaic expressed enthusiasm for the player's choice, underlining that Alaba has already proven to be a valuable element for the team despite having only been able to play in training with the team in the previous week.
Runjaic explained that the purchase of Alaba was motivated by the desire to enrich the squad with a "sensitive" player ready to contribute with experience and leadership. The Czech defender, who has received numerous offers from European clubs, has decided to join Udinese, choosing Serie A as the ideal environment for his next professional phase. The coach also highlighted that Alaba's current integration into the team occurred quickly, thanks to his ability to quickly adapt to the new context.
According to Runjaic, Alaba “will be an important player for us” and will soon be able to be included on the pitch. The coach reiterated that Alaba's decision to choose Udinese was dictated by trust in the club and its project. The Czech defender has already shown his qualities in training, and his arrival is seen as a step forward for the team in the search for defensive stability and a point of reference for the younger players.
Alaba's transfer was also welcomed by the club, which highlighted its desire to strengthen its defensive line with a player of high international level. Udinese have already started planning the inclusion of Alaba in the next matches, with the aim of exploiting his experience to improve their defensive solidity and ability to manage game situations.
With the arrival of Alaba, Udinese is preparing to compete more intensely in Serie A, aiming to consolidate its position in the standings and take advantage of the leadership of the new defender. Coach Runjaic closed the statement by underlining that the team is ready to give its all and that the integration of Alaba will be a key element for the club's future success.