Serie A club Udinese have omitted goalkeeper Maduka Okoye from their list of registered players amid an investigation into alleged betting irregularities, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports.
The Nigeria international is under scrutiny for reportedly betting on his yellow card in Udinese's Serie A match against Lazio on 11 March 2024.
Okoye received a yellow card for time-wasting in the 64th minute of the encounter, sparking concerns about his involvement in the alleged betting activity.
Investigators have searched the 25-year-old's residence following complaints from betting company agency Sisal.
If found guilty, Okoye could face a five-year ban. He is currently sidelined with a wrist injury and has been replaced by Egil Selvik in Udinese's 25-man squad.
By Olujimi Dare Ogun