- The move appeared to be all but done on Wednesday before the Saudi Pro League side suddenly changed its mind and opted not to complete the deal.
Victor Boniface’s proposed move from Bayer Leverkusen to Al Nassr has failed to materialise after the Saudi Arabia club pull the plug on the deal.
The move was on the cusp of completion on Wednesday before the Saudi Pro League side suddenly changed its mind and opted not to complete the deal.
The Super Eagles forward will remain with the Bundesliga champions, according to football transfer expert, Fabrizio Romano.
Romano on his X account on Wednesday night: “Victor Boniface and Al Nassr, deal OFF.
“Nigerian striker won’t join the club, deal was advanced… but never done as Al Nassr never gave final green light.”
Al Nassr have decided to sign Jhon Duran from Aston Villa instead.
“Jhon Durán to Al Nassr, here we go! Story from earlier tonight confirmed as documents are being prepared.
“Aston Villa to receive €77m fixed fee plus add-ons, long term deal accepted by Durán.
“Medical booked tomorrow and then he will travel to Saudi right after,” Romano added in a separate tweet.
Boniface’s switch to Al Nassr was going smoothly and appeared to be a done deal as clubs agreed a €60million fee before the deal fell through.
Sky Sports Germany reported that the 24-year-old had already passed his medical and was looking forward to playing with five-time Ballon d’Or winner, Cristiano Ronaldo.
Boniface had also reached full agreement on an annual net wage of €15million.
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