German‑Togolese right-back Omar Traoré of Bundesliga side Heidenheim is being linked with a summer switch to Serie A club Udinese.
The 28-year-old defender, who plays primarily at right-back, is currently valued at €2.00m, with reports in Germany and Italy suggesting Udinese are tracking his situation closely as they look to reinforce their back line. The reported probability of the move remains unclear, listed only as “?”, underlining that talks are at an early, speculative stage.
Traoré’s contract details at Heidenheim have not been disclosed publicly, and with no official expiry date listed, observers have speculated whether the player could yet move on favourable terms or even edge towards free‑agent status in the medium term.
Born in Osnabrück on 4 February 1998, the 1.87m defender has developed into a physically imposing full-back, noted for his athleticism and strong right foot. He wears the No 23 shirt for Heidenheim and has established himself in the Bundesliga after joining the club from the German lower leagues earlier in his career.
In Heidenheim’s recent Bundesliga fixture – a tense home meeting with top‑flight opposition earlier this month – Traoré featured on the right of defence as his side battled to a hard‑earned result, underlining his role as a regular starter. While he did not score or assist in that match, his defensive contribution and positional discipline again drew positive attention from scouts.
Traoré holds both German and Togolese nationality and has experience solely in German football to date. A move to Udinese would offer a first taste of Serie A and a different tactical environment, and if the transfer does materialise, it could mark a significant next step in his career trajectory and international profile.
