American rapper Cardi B and Nigerian Super Eagles goalkeeper Maduka Okoye have sparked fresh dating speculation after being spotted together again in Milan, Italy.
The pair were seen together on Tuesday, September 22, during Milan Fashion Week, where Cardi B had earlier walked the runway at Vogue World: Milano.
Videos circulating on social media showed the Grammy-winning rapper and the Udinese goalkeeper chatting and having drinks at an after-party following the fashion event. Their latest public appearance has renewed speculation about the nature of their relationship.
Cardi B, 33, and Okoye, 27, have been linked by fans since they were first seen together at a fashion event in Paris in July. They were subsequently spotted together in Venice and around Udine, further fuelling rumours of a possible romance.
In August, Cardi B spoke about Okoye during an interview with Vogue Arabia, describing him as kind despite his serious appearance on social media. When asked if fans would see more of him, she reportedly responded, “I hope so,” further attracting attention to their relationship.
Despite their repeated appearances together, neither Cardi B nor Okoye has publicly confirmed that they are in a romantic relationship.
Okoye, who was born in Germany to Nigerian parents, plays for Italian Serie A club Udinese and represents Nigeria internationally. He was also included in the Super Eagles squad for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers.
His Milan appearance also attracted attention in Nigeria because he had not initially reported to the Super Eagles camp. However, head coach Eric Chelle later explained that Udinese had requested permission for the goalkeeper to remain in Italy for club-related activities, which he approved. Okoye subsequently arrived in Abuja.
