Nigerian defender Kingsley Ehizibue joins Genoa after 4-year stint at Udinese

Nigerian international Kingsley Ehizibue has completed a free transfer to Genoa after leaving Udinese at the end of last season.

The right-back made 32 Serie A appearances for Udinese in the 2025/26 campaign, taking his tally to more than 115 games and four goals across four seasons at the club before his contract expired in June without a renewal.

Ehizibue, 31, has now signed a contract with Genoa and completed his medical to join the club.

“Genoa CFC announces that it has completed the signing of winger Kingsley Ehizibue, a new addition to the squad for the 2026/27 season. Born on May 25, 1995, Ehizibue has played for Udinese over the last four seasons. In the last Serie A season, Enilive reported that he made 32 appearances, scoring two goals and playing a very high number of minutes (over 1,900 minutes). The player has undergone medical checks at the CDS – La Tua Casa della Salute facilities, signing a multi-year contract with the club. He will begin training with his teammates in the coming days”, a statement on the website of the club reads.

The chief of football at the club Diego Lopez, also have his opinion on the signing. “Ehizibue brings sprint, ample mileage, and knowledge of the league: always a plus. With Kingsley, we’ve finalized the full-back roster. We’re counting on his athleticism and adaptability to be ready to contribute quickly.”

Reacting to the statements, Ehizibue, who rejected an offer to join the team previously, said, “As a believer, it’s the best way to ask for forgiveness after having backed out of the offer I received years ago. Things change, and my outlook has changed. I want to get involved, and I feel joy in knowing I’ll be representing Genoa. I thank the club.”