Boniface Faces Fresh Leverkusen Twist as Two Clubs Show Interest Ahead of January Window

According to Punch, November 14, 2026, Super Eagles striker Victor Boniface could be heading for another change of club after Bayer Leverkusen reportedly received enquiries from two teams interested in signing him ahead of the January transfer window.

According to Sky Sport Germany journalist Florian Plettenberg, the Bundesliga club are prepared to allow the Nigerian forward to leave, either on a permanent deal or through a loan arrangement. The report, which was relayed by Afrik-Foot on Friday, also indicates that Boniface is keen on finding a new club.

The identities of the two interested teams have not been disclosed.

The latest development comes after reports emerged in October that Boniface had informed his representatives of his desire to leave Leverkusen. At the time, the club’s managing director, Simon Rolfes, played down the report.

The striker has struggled to secure regular playing time under head coach Carles Martínez, finding himself behind Patrik Schick and Christian Kofane in the team’s attacking options.

Boniface has managed only 14 minutes across two Bundesliga appearances this season. He also made a brief appearance in the DFB-Pokal but was not included in Leverkusen’s Europa League squad.

His situation has also failed to improve significantly following his loan spell at Werder Bremen during the 2025/26 campaign. The 25-year-old still has a contract with Leverkusen until June 2028.

Boniface arrived at the German club from Union Saint-Gilloise in August 2023 and quickly became an important figure in their attack.

He scored 21 goals in all competitions during the 2023/24 season, helping Leverkusen win the Bundesliga title without suffering a single league defeat.

However, injuries have affected his progress since that successful campaign, while his limited opportunities this season have raised questions about his future at the club.

Leverkusen’s reported willingness to consider a loan move could make it easier for interested clubs to pursue a deal without committing to a major transfer fee immediately.

Meanwhile, Boniface is also absent from the Super Eagles squad selected by Eric Chelle for the double-header against Tanzania.

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