Okoye Set to Return for Udinese's Clash Against Como

Okoye is expected to play in Udinese's upcoming match against Como after being absent from Nigeria's second international friendly against Jordan due to a thigh injury. Udinese's head coach, Kosta Runjaic, provided an update on the squad's availability, indicating that Okoye was notably absent from training but is now fit to reclaim his starting position.

He had previously featured in Nigeria's 2-1 win against Iran but was released from the squad before the 2-2 draw against Jordan due to sustaining a knock. Runjaic confirmed that the team trained nearly at full capacity on Saturday, with all players returning from the international break.

Adam Buksa is expected to start training again next week, while Keinan Davis is suspended, and Jesper Karlstrom is close to suspension. Okoye has made 22 appearances this season, keeping six clean sheets, and Udinese aims to improve their league position.