Nigeria international Victor Boniface missed Bayer Leverkusen’s training session on Tuesday, fuelling speculation about a potential move to Saudi Pro League side Al Nassr, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports.
According to football transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, Al Nassr’s delegation has been in Germany since Monday to negotiate with both Boniface and Leverkusen.
Romano revealed on X that a deal is underway, with details still to be discussed for the striker’s move to Saudi Arabia.
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Al Nassr delegation is in Germany since yesterday to negotiate with both player and Bayer Leverkusen, as revealed.
Deal underway with details still to be discussed for the striker’s move to Saudi Pro League.
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— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) January 28, 2025
Boniface had only signed a contract extension with Leverkusen until 2026 last week, making him one of the top earners at the Bundesliga club.
However, Leverkusen is reportedly willing to sell Boniface for at least €50m, despite his recent contract renewal.
By Olujimi Dare Ogun
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