CALEB OKOLI NEWS

Caleb Okoli & Ben Nelson: Leicester City defenders look ahead to the season on the When You're Smiling podcast Leicester City defenders Caleb Okoli and Ben Nelson feature on the latest edition of BBC Radio Leicester When You're Smiling podcast.

JULY 25 • BBC.CO.UK

Scores on header Okoli scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Saturday's 2-2 draw versus Brighton. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 63rd minute.

Impact Okoli earned his first goal contribution in 18 appearances on the campaign, as he headed one home off a cross from Bilal Khannouss in the 74th minute. The shot on target marked just his second of the season. Additionally, this marked the eighth time this season that he tallied at least 40 completed passes.

APRIL 13 • ROTOWIRE

Available off bench Thursday Okoli (undisclosed) is available off the bench Thursday against West Ham United.

Impact Okoli departed the previous match against Brentford with an injury, but the defender will be able to suit up and be an option off the bench. He'll have to wait for his chance, though, as Jannik Vestergaard and Wout Faes will operate as the center-back pairing against the Hammers.

FEBRUARY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Injured against Brentford Okoli came off injured during Friday's clash with Brentford.

Impact Okoli made it deep into the second half, but was forced off before the end of the match. Connor Coady came on to replace Okoli, who has started the last three matches. Okoli's first chance to return is a Thursday trip to West Ham.

FEBRUARY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to bench Okoli (ankle) is on the bench for Tuesday's clash with West Ham.

Impact Okoli was always going to be a late call for Tuesday's clash, but it appears he passed the late fitness checks and is straight on the bench. The defender has been a consistent starter when fully fit, with Jannik Vestergaard taking the starting minutes while Okoli finishes his recovery.

DECEMBER 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Late call to face Hammers Okoli (ankle) is questionable for Tuesday's match against West Ham, according to manager Ruud van Nistelrooy. "Caleb was, before individual training today, a part of team training....

Impact Okoli could be making a quick turnaround and could be an option Tuesday after picking up an injury to his ankle Saturday. It appears his fitness will come down to a late fitness test, hoping to be an option and earn the starting spot he usually holds. However, if left out or on the bench, Stephy Mavididi is likely to take his spot.

DECEMBER 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Injured after 35 minutes Okoli was forced off in the first half of Saturday's match against Brentford with an ankle injury.

Impact Okoli left the match in the 35th minute succumbing to an ankle injury and being repalced by Jannik Vestergaard. The extent of Okoli's injury should be determined ahead of Tuesday's match against West Ham.

NOVEMBER 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Starting defender for Leicester Okoli has started all five Premier League matches for Leicester this season.

Impact Caleb Okoli has made a successful transition from Serie A to the Premier League, keeping his regular starting position in the back line for Leicester City. In five appearances, he has recorded 35 clearances, 11 tackles (five won), and eight blocks. He has also helped the side keep one clean sheet. Okoli is a versatile player who can play on either side of the back line and is comfortable with the ball at his feet, totaling 200 accurate passes.

OCTOBER 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Dealt to Liverpool Okoli has completed a transfer to Leicester City from Atalanta, according to his new club.

Impact Okoli is making the move from Italy to England, with the defender having inked a five-year contract with Leicester City. In the past season, he was loaned from Atalanta to Frosinone, starting in 32 of his 34 appearances while notching one assist and playing a decent role. That said, the defender should come in receiving time, likely to serve in a rotational role off the bench for the Foxes.

JULY 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Posts five clearance versus Inter Okoli registered seven clearances, one block and one interception in Friday's 5-0 loss against Inter Milan.

Impact Okoli racked up stats as he was under pressure throughout the whole game, but it was too little to contain Inter in this one. He has registered 22 clearances, five interceptions and nine tackles in the last five games, contributing to two clean sheets.

MAY 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Shows well in Empoli tilt Okoli (knee) won three of three tackles and had one interception, six clearances and one off-target shot in Sunday's 0-0 draw with Empoli.

Impact Okoli was a late call but wasn't affected by his ailment and put together an impressive stat line while helping his team contain the opponents. He has logged 13 tackles (10 won), 18 clearances and four interceptions in the last five rounds, contributing to three clean sheets.

MAY 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Makes Starting XI Okoli (knee) is starting for Frosinone during Sunday's match against Empoli.

Impact Okoli is good to go despite returning to training late in the buildup to Sunday's match. The defender has started every league match in 2024.

MAY 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Called up for Empoli tilt Okoli (knee) has been named in Frosinone's squad list to face Empoli on Sunday.

Impact Okoli has practiced on the side for most of the week but went into full training late and will avoid missing time, but there's chance he drops to the bench due to his imperfect conditions, with either Kevin Bonifazi or Ilario Monterisi taking his place. he has totaled 10 tackles (seven won), 15 clearances and four interceptions in the last five rounds, contributing to two clean sheets.

MAY 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Forced off against Salernitana Okoli had two tackles (one won), one interception and one block before bowing out in Friday's 3-0 win over Salernitana "due to a knee problem; he usually resists, but he asked to c...

Impact Okoli didn't have to do too much in the easy win and couldn't finish the match due to a knee ailment. Kevin Bonifazi or Ilario Monterisi would replace him versus Empoli if he wasn't 100 percent.

APRIL 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Solid versus Torino Okoli generated two tackles (two won), four clearances, six successful duels and two interceptions in Sunday's 0-0 draw versus Torino.

Impact Okoli turned in another solid shift and helped stymie the opponent. He has posted 12 tackles (eight won), 21 clearances and four interceptions in the last five games, contributing to two clean sheets.

APRIL 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Shines in Bologna game Okoli won two of four tackles and six duels and had one shot on target and three clearances in Sunday's 0-0 draw versus Bologna.

Impact Okoli was very muscular and disciplined to help contain the opponents and secure a rare clean sheet. He has logged eight tackles (four won), 21 clearances and four interceptions in the last five fixtures.

APRIL 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Collects point against Lazio Okoli assisted once to go with four tackles (two won), two blocks and six clerances in Saturday's 3-2 loss versus Lazio.

Impact Okoli once again amassed stats in the back, but his side gave up three goals in this one. He contributed on the other end as he assisted Walid Cheddira with a little flick-on. He has logged nine tackles (six won), 26 clerances and eight interceptions in the last five rounds, with no clean sheets.

MARCH 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Fills it up in Juventus fixture Okoli generated one tackle (one won), 10 clearances, one tackle (one won) and three interceptions in Sunday's 3-2 defeat to Juventus.

Impact Okoli was under pressure throughout the whole game and responded well for the most part, but the opponents still hit the net thrice. He has logged 10 interceptions, 25 clearances and seven tackles (five won) in the last five matches, with no clean sheets.

FEBRUARY 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Serves suspension Okoli cleared a one-game disqualification in Saturday's 1-2 loss to Juventus.

Impact Okoli will likely be back in the XI even though Matheus Lusuardi looked fine in relief. He has recorded eight tackles (five won), five interceptions, and eight blocks in his last five appearances, with no clean sheets.

DECEMBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss Juventus match Okoli had two interceptions, four clearances, and three tackles (all won) and picked up his fifth yellow card in Saturday's 1-2 loss to Lecce.

Impact Okoli had a decent performance even though his side conceded twice but will have to sit one out due to yellow-card accumulation. The coach will have to resort to unusual solutions or give Mateus Lusuardi a rare start if Anthony Oyono doesn't recover for the next match, as they don't have many other options in the back.

DECEMBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Logs four clearances against Empoli Okoli had one block and four clerances and won seen duels and one of two tackles in Monday's 2-1 victory over Empoli.

Impact Okoli teamed up with Ilario Monterisi instead of Simone Romagnoli in this one, and the duo held up until the final minutes of the contest. He has logged seven tackles, one interception, and 17 clearances in the last five games, with no clean sheets.

NOVEMBER 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Solid in Verona game Okoli registered one tackle (one won), two blocks, and seven clearances in Sunday's 2-1 victory over Verona.

Impact Okoli had a strong showing, even though it wasn't enough to completely blanket the opponents. He has started four games in a row after joining, tallying 18 clearances, seven tackles, and six blocks, but with no clean sheets.

OCTOBER 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Serviceable against Salernitana Okoli registered three tackles (two won), three clearances, and one interception in Friday's 1-1 draw against Salernitana.

Impact Okoli drew his first start over Ilario Monterisi since switching sides and will have the opportunity to hold onto the job if he fares well, as he has more Serie A experience than his teammate. He has tallied three tackles, one interception, and four clearances in two appearances.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Heads to Frosinone Okoli has officially joined Frosinone on a season-long loan from Atalanta.

Impact Okoli got off to a promising start last season, but then Atalanta preferred going with more experienced options and he ended up featuring just 17 times (nine starts), recording 21 tackles, 30 interceptions, 44 clearances, and five blocks and contributing to three clean sheets. He'll be near the top of the depth chart at his new team, but Simone Romagnoli and Ilario Monterisi have fared well in the first two matches.

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off the bench against Monza Okoli had one tackle, drew one foul, and committed one in 30 minutes in a 5-2 win over Monza in the season finale.

Impact Okoli resumed getting minutes down the stretch as his side was very depleted in the back. He opened the season as the starter, but the coach turned to more experienced options from January on, and he was a DNP for five months. He has logged 21 tackles, 30 interceptions, 44 clearances, and five blocks in 17 appearances (nine starts), contributing to three clean sheets. He might transfer to play more in the summer.

JUNE 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE