Udinese takes steps to secure Zaniolo amid ongoing wage negotiations

Udinese has until midnight tonight to exercise their purchase option for Nicolò Zaniolo from Galatasaray, with the club planning to do so despite unresolved wage negotiations. They intend to trigger the purchase option first, with discussions on salary occurring afterward. This approach follows a prior rushed agreement when Zaniolo joined on loan, requiring an updated financial arrangement. Udinese aims to find a solution to retain the player, who had an impressive season.

• 7:05 PMYahoo Sports — Udinese racing against midnight deadline to lock down Zaniolo as wage negotiations continue