With multiple reliable sources reporting that an agreement has been reached with Napoli, Udinese have opened formal talks with Alessandro Zanoli over personal terms. The defender is said to be keen on the move, though full details of the contract are still being worked through. Negotiations are active, and the next 24-48 hours could prove decisive in closing the deal - with optimism growing that he will be a Udinese player before too long. Until a fee and conditions are finalised, the deal remains vulnerable to disruption - especially if Bologna decide to make a formal offer of their own in the coming days. So far in this season, Udinese are conceding 1.6 goals a game (8 in 5), more than they'd like compared to the Serie A standard. The hope is Alessandro Zanoli adds a bit of steel and helps make them tougher to break down. Reports suggest Napoli are monitoring Nicolas Jackson, Eljif Elmas and Nick Woltemade whereas Udinese have not been associated with other players at this stage. Stay tuned to PlayerSwitch for up-to-the-minute football transfer rumours and news from your club and beyond.