Boniface to join Ronaldo’s Al-Nassr for €60m, passes medical

Nigeria and Bayer Leverkusen striker Victor Boniface has passed his medical check-ups ahead of his move to Saudi Arabian club Al-Nassr.

Boniface, 24, is expected to join Al-Nassr for €60 million, according to Sky Sports.

He will earn a reported €15 million net per season at the Saudi Arabian club which also has Portuguese star Cristiano Ronaldo.

The reports of the Riyadh club’s interest in the Akure-born striker gained momentum over recent days, with Al-Nassr aiming to replace departing star Talisco.

On Tuesday, Leverkusen manager Xabi Alonso confirmed that negotiations were progressing between the two clubs, with Boniface at the centre of the deal.

This move comes just a week after Boniface extended his contract with Bayer Leverkusen until 2026, raising questions about the sudden transfer.

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Once the deal is confirmed, Boniface will become the second most expensive player to depart Leverkusen, following Kai Havertz’s €80 million transfer to Chelsea five years ago.

The Super Eagles striker joined Leverkusen in July 2023 for €20.5 million, and his impact has been nothing short of impressive.

Despite a thigh injury that kept him sidelined since November, Boniface scored eight goals in 15 appearances for the Bundesliga side. His 14 goals in 23 league matches helped Leverkusen secure the Bundesliga title, an achievement they managed without losing a single game.

The Nigerian forward’s stellar performances also earned him the prestigious Rookie of the Year award, with Boniface winning the monthly prize on four occasions.

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