Udinese have announced the sale of Stefano Okaka to Istanbul Basaksehir.

The 32 year-old former Watford striker left Udinese as Turkey's summer transfer deadline fell on Wednesday night.

“After 75 appearances and 18 goals, Stefano Okaka leaves Udinese," the club wrote in a statement. “The Umbrian striker has been sold outright to Istanbul Basaksehir.

“With his leadership and his technical and human qualities, Stefano has contributed to the achievement of targets for the club.

“From everyone at Udinese, we send the best wishes and a big thank you for what he has done wearing and sweating in the Bianconeri shirt."