Zane Okoro

Okoro was born on May 7, 2007 in Norwalk, Connecticut to Nigerian parents. His mother was born in London, England, while his father was born in Nigeria.^[3] He moved to the United Kingdom in 2018.^[4]

On November 4, 2024, Okoro made his Imps debut against Chesham United in the first round of the FA Cup, replacing Freddie Draper, before having a hand in Lincoln's fourth goal of the game.^[5][6][7] He made his full professional debut against Manchester City U21 in the EFL Trophy netting the fourth goal of a 5–0 victory, becoming the second youngest goalscorer in the clubs history.^[8][9] During the 2024–25 season he spent a period of time on trial at Premier League side AFC Bournemouth.^[10] Okoro made his first league appearance on April 12, 2025, replacing Joe Gardner in the 68th minute in Lincoln's 1-1 draw against Shrewsbury Town.^[11] Following the end of the 2024–25 season, Lincoln City announced they had offered him a new contract to stay at the club.^[12] On the June 19, it was confirmed that Okoro had signed his first professional contract, signing a two-year deal with the option of a third.^[13]

On September 1, 2025, Okoro joined Coleraine on loan for a season-long loan.^[14] It was confirmed in January that he would remain at Coleraine until the end of the season.^[15]