Manchester United have reportedly included injured Super Eagles forward Victor Boniface on their four-man shortlist for a new striker.
The 23-year-old, described as “beefy” for his physical presence, has caught the attention of the Premier League giants following his impressive performances for Bayer Leverkusen.
Boniface has been a standout performer for Leverkusen this season, scoring eight goals in 15 appearances across all competitions.
His contributions have been crucial in maintaining the German champions’ strong start to their campaign under coach Xabi Alonso.
The Super Eagles international, capped 11 times for his country, played a pivotal role in Leverkusen’s title-winning campaign last season, netting 14 goals in 23 league matches.
His combination of strength, technical ability, and goal-scoring instinct has made him a key figure in the Bundesliga and a sought-after talent in Europe.
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Boniface Injury
The Super Eagles striker suffered a severe thigh muscle tear while on international duty with Nigeria.
Boniface sustained the injury during Nigeria’s 2-1 World Cup qualifying loss to Rwanda. According to Sky Sports reporter Marlon Irlbacher, the forward will not feature for Leverkusen again in 2024.
United’s Interest
Despite being injured, Manchester United are reportedly keen on exploring the possibility of signing Boniface.
According to Sky in Germany, the Red Devils are closely monitoring the striker as they look to bolster their attacking options.
With United seeking a long-term solution to their goal-scoring woes, Boniface’s profile—physicality, goal output, and age—aligns well with their needs.
However, any move would likely require significant negotiation given his extended contract and importance to Leverkusen.
