Udinese Signs Athletic Bilbao Midfielder Unai Gómez in Serie A Transfer
Italian Serie A club Udinese finalized the transfer of Athletic Bilbao midfielder Unai Gómez on July 8, 2026. The 24-year-old Bermeo native, who played 117 matches and scored six goals for Athletic, signed a five-season contract. The deal includes a fixed fee (around €4 million), performance variables, a future sale percentage, and a right of first refusal for Athletic. Gómez was not a regular starter last season, and Athletic was open to selling due to squad depth.
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Unai Gómez Transferred to Udinese from Athletic Club
Athletic Club has finalized the transfer of midfielder Unai Gómez to Italian Serie A side Udinese. The 23-year-old Bermeo native traveled to Italy days ago to complete the deal, which was officially closed on Wednesday, July 8, 2026. Athletic did not disclose the transfer fee but confirmed it includes a fixed amount, performance-related variables, a percentage of any future sale, and a right of first refusal. Gómez played 117 matches and scored six goals over three seasons with Athletic's first team, and was part of the squad that won the Copa del Rey in 2024. Athletic thanked Gómez for his commitment and wished him well in his future career. The transfer marks the first squad change under new head coach Edin Terzic.
LALIGA EA Sports // marcaUnai Gómez Transferred to Udinese from Athletic Club
Athletic Club has announced the transfer of midfielder Unai Gómez to Italian Serie A side Udinese. The 24-year-old Bermeo native, who played 117 matches and scored six goals for the first team over three seasons, was part of the squad that won the Copa del Rey in 2024. Athletic did not disclose the transfer fee but confirmed it includes a fixed amount, performance-based variables, a percentage of a future sale, and a right of first refusal. Gómez had traveled to Italy days earlier to finalize the deal. Athletic thanked him for his commitment and wished him well in his future career. The transfer is the first squad change under new coach Edin Terzic.
LALIGA EA Sports // marcaUnai Gómez Transferred to Udinese from Athletic Club
Athletic Club has finalized the transfer of midfielder Unai Gómez to Italian Serie A side Udinese. The 24-year-old Bermeo native traveled to Italy days ago to complete the deal, which was officially closed on Wednesday, July 8, 2026. Athletic Club did not disclose the transfer fee but confirmed it includes a fixed amount, performance-related variables, a percentage of any future sale, and a right of first refusal. Gómez played 117 matches and scored six goals over three seasons with Athletic's first team, and was part of the squad that won the 2024 Copa del Rey. Athletic thanked Gómez for his commitment and wished him well in his future career.
LALIGA EA Sports // marcaUdinese Improves Offer for Athletic Bilbao's Unai Gómez in Transfer with Variables
Italian Serie A club Udinese has improved its offer to Athletic Bilbao for midfielder Unai Gómez, moving closer to finalizing a transfer with variable conditions. The 22-year-old from Bermeo is reportedly close to signing a five-season contract with Udinese, who aim to have him at preseason training starting Monday under coach Kosta Runjaic. The improved bid includes a higher base fee and enhanced variable clauses, potentially including a buy-back option and a future sale percentage for Athletic. The deal is expected to secure around €4 million for Athletic, who are simultaneously negotiating departures for other players deemed surplus by coach Edin Terzić. The article also lists numerous World Cup and league-related links as supporting content.
LALIGA EA Sports // marcaUdinese Improves Offer for Athletic Bilbao's Unai Gómez
Italian Serie A club Udinese has increased its bid for Athletic Bilbao midfielder Unai Gómez, bringing the two clubs close to finalizing a transfer with variable conditions. The 22-year-old from Bermeo is expected to sign a five-season contract with the Italian side. Udinese hopes to have the player at the start of preseason training this Monday at the Dino Bruseschi Sports Center under coach Kosta Runjaic. The improved offer includes a higher base payment and enhanced variable incentives, potentially including a buy-back option and a percentage of a future sale for Athletic. Athletic Bilbao, meanwhile, is also negotiating the departures of other players who do not fit into coach Terzic's plans. The article, published by MARCA on July 2, 2026, provides details on the ongoing transfer negotiations and Athletic's broader squad management strategy.
LALIGA EA Sports // marcaUdinese Improves Offer for Athletic Bilbao Midfielder Unai Gómez with Variables
Italian Serie A club Udinese has improved its offer for Athletic Bilbao midfielder Unai Gómez, moving closer to a transfer deal. The Basque club and Udinese are in sync on the conditions, which include base payment improvements and variable add-ons. A buy-back option or a percentage of a future sale may also be part of the agreement, which is expected to net Athletic around 4 million euros. Udinese is confident of having the 23-year-old player at the start of preseason on Monday. Athletic Bilbao is also negotiating the departure of other players who may have limited roles under new coach Terzic.
LALIGA EA Sports // marcaUdinese Intensifies Interest in Athletic Bilbao's Unai Gómez
Italian Serie A club Udinese has intensified its pursuit of Athletic Bilbao midfielder Unai Gómez, with transfer expert Fabrizio Romano reporting a preliminary agreement between the clubs and the player's approval for the move. Gómez, 24, has a contract with Athletic until 2028 but was not a regular starter last season, playing 34 matches (17 starts). Athletic is open to selling due to depth in attacking midfield positions, with Sancet, Canales, Berenguer, and others competing. The player prefers a swift resolution to avoid a prolonged saga. If completed, Gómez would join former Athletic player Oier Zarraga at Udinese. The deal could be finalized before Athletic returns to training on July 8.
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