Inter Milan eye €20m move for Nigerian goalkeeper Maduka Okoye from Udinese

Serie A champions Inter Milan are weighing a €20m transfer for Udinese goalkeeper Maduka Okoye ahead of the January window, DAILY POST reports. The 27-year-old Nigeria international was named Udinese’s Player of the Season for 2026/27 after making 30 league appearances and keeping 10 clean sheets in the previous campaign. This season he has featured in six league matches, conceding 13 goals, having joined Udinese from Watford’s Sky Bet Championship side in 2023.

Okoye’s potential move matters to Nigerian fans because it could mark a significant step in his career, increase his visibility on the global stage, and possibly strengthen the Super Eagles’ goalkeeping options. A transfer to Inter would also bring a substantial financial reward and highlight the growing reputation of Nigerian goalkeepers in Europe.

If the deal goes through, Okoye would need to secure a work permit and agree personal terms before the window opens. Udinese may demand a higher fee or add-ons, and Inter will assess whether he can immediately challenge for the starting spot behind their current keeper.

Would you support Okoye making the move to Inter Milan for a bigger challenge, or do you think he should gain more consistent playing time at Udinese first to solidify his place in the national team?

SOURCE: https://dailypost.ng/2026/10/15/inter-milan-line-up-e20m-move-for-okoye/