Uche Okechukwu, born on September 27, 1967, in Lagos, Nigeria, is a former professional footballer who played as a central defender.

Known for his strong defensive skills and leadership on the field, Uche had a successful career playing for clubs like Brøndby, Fenerbahçe, and İstanbulspor1

He was also a key player for the Nigeria national team, participating in two World Cups and winning the Africa Cup of Nations in 1994.

Uche spent a significant portion of his career in Turkey, where he played for 13 years and even acquired Turkish citizenship under the name Deniz Uygar.

He was honored as the foreign player who played in Turkey for the longest period Uche's contributions to both club and country have left a lasting legacy in Nigerian football.

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