Udinese are lining up a deal for Watford striker Stefano Okaka.
Both clubs are owned by the Pozzo family, so helping negotiations.
A loan deal with the option to buy at the end of the season is being finalised.
Okaka has not been part of Watford's plans this season, managing just 47 minutes of football spread out over three competitive appearances.
The Italy international hasn't played in Serie A since 2015 at Sampdoria.