We may soon see Victor Boniface lining up alongside Cristiano Ronaldo and Sadio Mane
Saudi Pro League giants Al Nassr are reportedly in advanced talks to sign Nigerian forward Victor Boniface from Bayer Leverkusen.
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The move aims to fill the void left by Anderson Talisca, who departed for Fenerbahce in January, and would see Boniface join an attack already boasting Cristiano Ronaldo and Sadio Mane.
Al Nassr make official approach for Boniface
Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano confirmed Al Nassr’s official approach on X, saying, “Understand Al Nassr have started official talks for Victor Boniface as a new striker! Negotiations on with Bayer Leverkusen for the Nigerian striker to replace Talisca”
Bayer Leverkusen has set a hefty €50 million price tag for the 22-year-old, but that amount is unlikely to be a stumbling block for the PIF-backed club.
Al Nassr has turned their attention to Boniface after failing to secure Liverpool’s Darwin Núnez from Liverpool and the Super Eagles star emerged as a prime alternative thanks to his stellar start to the season at Leverkusen, where he netted eight goals in 15 matches before getting injured in November.
Victor Boniface was on the bench but did not feature. || Imago
Despite his injury setbacks, Boniface remains one of the top talents in his position and would fit in well with Ronaldo and Mane in Saudi Arabia.
Bayer Leverkusen consider Boniface sale
While Bayer Leverkusen are reportedly open to selling Boniface, the decision comes with complications for the reigning Bundesliga champions.
Bayer Leverkusen striker Victor Boniface || Imago
Boniface shows kindness || Imago
The German side is grappling with injuries to attacking options Amine Adli and Martin Terrier, leaving them thin in the forward department.
However, Patrik Schick’s recent return to form offers some relief, potentially allowing Leverkusen to part ways with Boniface if the €50 million valuation is met.
Boniface won two trophies last season || X
The German club would also enjoy a significant profit, having signed Boniface for €21.7 million from Union Saint-Gilloise in 2023.
If Al Nassr are unable to find a suitable deal for Boniface, they will reportedly look at Aston Villa’s Jhon Duran next as a possible option.
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