Italian Serie A side Udinese has rejected a transfer offer from Torino for Super Eagles goalkeeper Maduka Okoye. The 24-year-old Nigerian goalkeeper has been instrumental in Udinese’s success, breaking into the starting lineup last season and playing a crucial role in the team’s fight against relegation.
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Torino’s interest in Okoye comes after they lost trust in their first-choice goalkeeper, Vanja Milinković-Savić. However, Udinese is unwilling to part ways with Okoye, who has a contract until 2027 and is valued at around four million euros. The club’s decision to reject the offer is a proof of the Nigerian international’s importance and positive contributiona to the team.
Okoye’s good form has also sparked interest in the transfer market, with several clubs monitoring his progress. He was previously linked with a move to Inter Milan, but the transfer was not viable as he would have played second fiddle to Yann Sommer. Instead, Inter Milan signed Josep Martínez from Genoa.
The Super Eagles goalkeeper started Udinese’s season opener, a 4-0 victory over Serie C side Avellino, showcasing his skills and cementing his position as the team’s first-choice goalkeeper. His performance and importance to the team have made him a key player for Udinese, and the club is determined to keep him
The transfer window continues and fans await the outcome of Okoye’s situation, hoping he will remain a crucial part of Udinese’s success. With his contract running until 2027, Udinese is in a strong position to negotiate any future transfer deals, and it remains to be seen if Torino or any other club will make another move for the talented goalkeeper.
