Victor Boniface Addresses Milan Transfer Breakdown After Joining Werder Bremen on Loan

Key Takeaways:

• Victor Boniface stated the unsuccessful transfer to Milan was beyond his control during his Werder Bremen unveiling
• The 24-year-old Nigerian striker joined Werder Bremen on a one-year loan from Bayer Leverkusen after a season hampered by injuries and a failed Saudi Arabia move
• Boniface is set to make his Bremen debut following the international break in an away fixture against Borussia Mönchengladbach

Boniface Clarifies Milan Transfer Collapse

Victor Boniface has publicly addressed the circumstances surrounding his failed transfer to AC Milan, making it clear that he was not responsible for the breakdown in negotiations. Speaking to the media during his presentation at Werder Bremen, the Nigerian international, aged 24, explained that the decision not to pursue the move lay with the Italian club.

In a video made available on X, Boniface stated, “The deal with Milan did not go through and it’s not my fault. They decided not to finalize it.” He further added, “I have a strong mentality… If the deal was meant to happen, it would have happened. If it was not meant to happen, I move forward to the next thing.”

🚨🗣️ Journalist: "Can you tell us about your fitness? It is said that Milan did not sign you because the tests were negative."

Victor Boniface: "Whatever you want to believe from the media, that is on you. I don't care. If my body is not 100% I would be in the hospital, not here… pic.twitter.com/rdhWoIdHnI

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A Challenging Year and a New Opportunity

Last season proved difficult for Boniface, featuring multiple injuries and an unsuccessful transfer to Saudi Arabia, before ultimately arriving at Werder Bremen on loan from Bayer Leverkusen. Despite these setbacks, Boniface managed to find the back of the net 11 times in all competitions for Leverkusen during their undefeated campaign. He now hopes his spell at Bremen will see him regain the outstanding form that previously established him as a sought-after striker in Europe.

What Bremen Can Expect

The former Union SG forward is expected to boost Werder Bremen’s attacking options as he looks to rediscover his peak form. Supporters can look forward to Boniface’s anticipated debut after the international break, when Werder travel to play Borussia Mönchengladbach.