Super Eagles Maduka Okoye has successfully undergone surgery to address a wrist injury sustained during Udinese Calcio’s Serie A clash with Genoa CFC on Sunday.
The towering goalkeeper suffered damage to the scapholunate ligament in his right wrist, prompting immediate medical attention.
Udinese’s Statement on Okoye
In a statement, Udinese confirmed the successful procedure:
“Maduka Okoye underwent surgery to repair the injury to the scapholunate ligament of his right wrist. The operation, performed by Dr. Loris Pegoli at the ‘La Madonnina’ clinic in Milan, was a complete success. The footballer will begin rehabilitation in the coming weeks.”
The Super Eagles goalkeeper also appreciated the Doctor who took charge of the surgery via his Social media page:
“Surgery is done. Big thanks to Dr. Pigoli and his team! Played the last 2 months with a broken ligament in my hand, for now I’ll be supporting the team from the stands, recover and work hard for a comeback in top form! See you soon!”
The 25-year-old Super Eagles, who recently featured in Nigeria’s 2-1 loss to Rwanda in the 2025 AFCON qualifiers on November 18.
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Recovery Timeline and Future Outlook
Okoye’s return to action remains uncertain, as he now begins a period of rehabilitation.
Nigeria will hope their first-choice goalkeeper recovers in time for the crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Zimbabwe and Rwanda scheduled for March 2025.
