Udinese goalkeeper Maduka Okoye could face a four-year ban over alleged sporting fraud.
Italian authorities have referred the 25-year-old to the disciplinary commission, not for irregular betting, but specifically for sporting fraud.
Okoye is accused of intentionally picking up a yellow card in the 64th minute of Udinese’s Serie A match against Lazio, held at the Dacia Arena on March 11, 2024. He was cautioned for time-wasting while Udinese was leading 2-1 late in the game.
The Nigerian international is being investigated alongside three associates.
Okoye joined Udinese from Watford during the summer transfer window in 2023.
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