Maduka Okoye dropped by Udinese amid betting allegations

Maduka Okoye has been removed from Udinese’s registered squad amid allegations of involvement in betting irregularities.

The Nigerian international is under investigation for allegedly betting on receiving a yellow card during a Serie A match between Udinese and Lazio in March.

Okoye was booked for time-wasting in the 64th minute of that game.

Reports indicate that investigators have searched Okoye’s residence following a complaint filed by the betting agency Sisal.

If found guilty, the 25-year-old goalkeeper could face a ban of up to five years.

Currently sidelined with a wrist injury, Okoye has been replaced by Egil Selvik in Udinese’s 25-man squad for the season.