- He was born in Germany
- He is on loan at Watford from Sparta Rotterdam
- His play position is a goalkeeper
Maduka Okoye is a Nigerian professional football player who was born in Germany and his current net worth is estimated to be between$1 million and $3 million, his wealth is based on his current salary, sponsorship deals and other income sources.
Okoye began his football career at the age of six years playing for local clubs in Dusseldorf, later joined the Bayer Leverkusen youth academy spending eight years.
The goalkeeper signed for Sparta Rotterdam in Eredivisie quickly establishing himself as a first-choice for the club and in his first season, he was named the player of the season.
His father being a Nigerian, he is eligible to play for the country and has represented them at the international level.
Maduka Okoye Biography
| Full name | Maduka Emilio Okoye |
| Age | 23 years old |
| Height | 1.97m |
| Place of birth | Dusseldorf, Germany |
| Date of birth | August 28 1999 |
| Nationality | Nigerian |
| Occupation | Footballer |
| Source of wealth | Football earnings |
| Marital status | Single |
Net Worth
Maduka Okoye’s net worth is estimated to be between $1 million and $3 million according to various sources, an amount he has received through salaries, sponsorship deals and other income sources.
His current salary is reported to be around 290,000 per year and he has sponsorship deals with several brands like Nike and Puma.
Maduka Okoye. Photo/SportsRation
In addition, he has earned money from appearing in the Africa Cup of Nations and other tournaments. His net worth is likely to increase in the coming years as he continues to develop his career.
Personal Life
Maduka was born on August 28, 1999, in Dusseldorf, Germany to a Nigerian father and a German mother.
He started playing football at the age of six years and later joined Bayer Leverkusen Youth Academy spending eight years before moving to Fortuna Dusseldorf.
Okoye is a tall, athletic goalkeeper with good reflexes and shot-stopping ability, his feet are good as well making him able to distribute the ball effectively.
The player is considered to be one of the most promising young goalkeepers and is expected to have a successful career at the highest level.
The Watford goalkeeper is a private person and in as much as he doesn’t share his personal life on social media, rumour has it that he is dating a Dutch lady, Jelica Westhoff and he is a devout Christian believer.
Career
After his youth career at Fortuna Dusseldorf, Maduka established himself as a first choice in the club helping them finish fifth in seventh place in the Regionalliga West.
The goalkeeper then signed for Sparta Rotterdam in the Eredivisie making his debut for the club and quickly became one of the club’s most important players helping Sparta finish in fifth place in the season.
As a result of good performance, he was named the club’s player of the season and due to his value addition, the club extended his contract until 2025.
One year later, Okoye signed a five-and-a-half-year28-man contract for an undisclosed fee, a deal that saw him back to Sparta Rotterdam on loan until the end of the season.
Born to a Nigerian father, Maduka is eligible to play for Nigeria and he was invited to the Nigerian U23 team for the 2019 Africa U23 Cup of Nations qualifier though he did not make a debut due to the club’s engagement.
Maduka made his international debut for Nigeria as a substitute in a friendly match against Brazil and was also part of the 28-man squad shortlisted for the 2021 AFCON Nations Cup.
Luxury Collection
Maduka is a car lover and with his net worth, he can comfortably purchase the best rides the world has. He owns a Range Rover Sport, a Rolex watch, a pair of Gucci sunglasses, a Louis Vuitton backpack, a pair of Yeezy sneakers and many other expensive accessories.
Maduka Okoye. Photo/GH Gossip
Maduka is also a proud owner of a high-end brand known as Maduka Okoye Luxury Collection, known for its elegant and sophisticated designs which are often inspired by traditional African textiles and patterns.
The brand targets celebrities and fashion influencers and its pieces have been featured in magazines. Some of the most popular items include scarves, dresses, Tunics and accessories.
FAQs
1. How old is he?
23 years old.
2. What is his nationality?
Nigerian.
3. What is his religious belief?
Christianity.
4. Is he married?
No.
5. Does he have children?
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