Former AC Milan goalkeeping coach [Luigi Turci](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Luigi_Turci) warned [Udinese](https://www.udinese.it) that goalkeeper [Maduka Okoye](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Maduka_Okoye) must raise his level if he wants to keep the No 1 shirt, after a costly mistake that handed Torino the winning goal in the Italian top‑flight Serie A on Monday.
**Key facts**
- Okoye has conceded 13 goals in the first six league games of the 2023‑24 season.
- The error occurred when he rushed out to challenge a long ball, collided with teammate Nicolo Bertola and allowed Sandro Kulenović to score the decisive goal.
- Udinese coach Kosta Runjaic publicly criticised the Super Eagles keeper for the lapse.
- Turci told *Messaggero Veneto* that a goalkeeper should not be punished solely for a single mistake, but must retain confidence and composure to stay in the starting line‑up.
- He added that the coaching staff, including Brunner and Marcon, will assess Okoye’s form before the upcoming match against Lecce.
What did Turci say about Okoye’s future?
Turci emphasized that while he backs the Nigerian international, confidence has limits and the player must prove his quality over time. "If you fail to deliver assurances over time, there is nothing in the contract preventing his replacement," he said.
How long is Okoye’s contract with Udinese?
Okoye joined Udinese from Watford in August 2023 on a deal that runs until 30 June 2028.
The goalkeeper’s personal life has also attracted media attention, with rumours linking him to various models and celebrities, but Turci’s focus remains on his on‑field performances.