Victor Okoh Boniface, born on December 23, 2000, in Akure, Nigeria, is a professional footballer who plays as a forward for Bayer 04 Leverkusen in the Bundesliga.
Career Overview:
- Early Career: Boniface began his professional journey with Real Sapphire FC in Nigeria (2018-2019) before moving to FK Bodø/Glimt in Norway (2019-2022).
- Union Saint-Gilloise: He then joined Royale Union Saint-Gilloise in Belgium (2022-2023), where he continued to develop his skills.
- Bayer 04 Leverkusen: In 2023, Boniface transferred to Bayer 04 Leverkusen in Germany’s Bundesliga.
Recent Developments:
In early 2025, reports emerged that Saudi Arabian club Al Nassr was interested in signing Boniface for a transfer fee exceeding €60 million.
However, Bayer Leverkusen’s coach, Xabi Alonso, confirmed that Boniface would remain with the club, and he has since returned to training and match play.
Playing Style and Achievements:
Standing at 6’2″ (189 cm) and weighing 201 lbs (91 kg), Boniface is known for his physical presence and goal-scoring abilities.
During the 2024-2025 Bundesliga season, he made 11 appearances, scoring 7 goals and providing 1 assist
