Maduka Okoye will be released by Udinese for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations after their Serie A clash with champions Napoli on Saturday.
Okoye was earlier expected to link up with his international teammates in camp on Monday (today).
The Federation of International Football Association, FIFA, has however ruled that clubs can keep players until December 15.
Udinese head coach Kosta Runjaic confirmed the goalkeeper will leave for international duty after Napoli’s visit to the Bluenergy Stadium this weekend.
“We’re considering this issue. After Napoli, we’ll probably no longer have Rui Modesto, Okoye, Bayo, and Zemura, but we’ve known about it for some time,” Runjaic was quoted by the club’s official website.
The 25-year-old will be making his second AFCON appearance in Morocco.
He was Super Eagles’ first choice goalkeeper at the AFCON 2021 finals in Cameroon.
