Mayka Okuka: Lausanne-Sport midfielder linked with Avellino move

Swiss-Angolan defensive midfielder Mayka Okuka of Lausanne-Sport is being linked with a switch to Italian Serie B side Avellino.

The 23-year-old, who holds both Switzerland and Angola nationality, is currently valued at around €300,000 (£255,000) and is the subject of growing speculation over a first move abroad from the Swiss Super League. Data on his Lausanne-Sport deal lists no contract expiry, raising the prospect that he could become a free agent if talks over an extension do not progress.

Avellino, rebuilding their squad for a promotion push from Serie B, are understood to be monitoring Okuka as a low-cost midfield option, though the reported probability of a transfer remains unclear and is currently marked only as “?”.

Born in Lausanne on 13 May 2003, the 1.86m right-footed midfielder has come through the ranks at Lausanne-Sport and is listed primarily as a defensive midfielder. He has been deployed at the base of midfield in the Swiss top flight, offering screening in front of the back four and simple distribution in possession.

Lausanne-Sport have leaned on Okuka’s physical presence and reading of the game in recent months. In his most recent Super League outing – a late-season fixture at home to [opponent not specified in available data] in 2026 – he featured in a holding role as Lausanne-Sport ground out a result, maintaining his place in the starting XI amid uncertainty over his long-term future.

With a modest market value of €300,000 on Transfermarkt, Okuka would represent a relatively low-risk addition for Avellino as they look to add height and defensive balance in midfield. A move to Italy’s second tier would mark a significant step up in visibility for the Lausanne-born midfielder and could prove a key moment in shaping his career trajectory if the transfer materialises.