Super Eagles and Udinese goalkeeper Maduka Okoye is set to undergo surgery after sustaining a serious wrist injury during a recent match.

The Serie A club announced that the 24-year-old tore the scapholunate ligament in his right wrist, a critical structure essential for wrist stability and function.

The injury will sideline the Nigerian international for Udinese’s upcoming Serie A clash against Monza on Monday evening and potentially for a longer period.

Medical specialists have recommended immediate surgical intervention to repair the ligament and facilitate recovery.

“Maduka Okoye has torn the scapholunate ligament in his right wrist following a trauma,” read a statement from Udinese.

“He will have surgery to repair the ligament in the next few days.”

Though Udinese did not specify a recovery timeline, typical rehabilitation for this type of injury ranges from 8 to 12 weeks.

However, more severe cases can extend recovery to as long as eight months, creating a significant setback for both player and club.

Okoye has been a key figure for Udinese, solidifying his position as the club’s first-choice goalkeeper in the second half of last season.

This campaign, he has made 14 league appearances under head coach Kosta Runjaic, further establishing his importance in the squad.

The injury marks a tough period for Udinese, who will now have to adapt without their trusted shot-stopper as they continue their Serie A campaign.