It is reported that Udinese have launched a late bid to sign Benfica winger Ola John.

The 25-year-old has been with the Portuguese champions since 2012 but has been out on a string of loan spells in recent seasons.

According to transfer expert Gianluca Di Marzio, the Bianconeri have made initial contact with the Lisbon club over the possibility of signing the former Hamburg, Reading, Wolves and Deportivo La Coruna player.

John, who is a Dutch international, has a contract with Benfica until 2019 but is not needed by the club.

It is reported that Udinese have launched a late bid to sign Benfica winger Ola John.

The 25-year-old has been with the Portuguese champions since 2012 but has been out on a string of loan spells in recent seasons.

According to transfer expert Gianluca Di Marzio, the Bianconeri have made initial contact with the Lisbon club over the possibility of signing the former Hamburg, Reading, Wolves and Deportivo La Coruna player.

John, who is a Dutch international, has a contract with Benfica until 2019 but is not needed by the club.

Though predominantly a left-sided player, his versatility has seen him also feature in central midfield positions as well as on the right.

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