Bayer Leverkusen and Xabi Alonso set to part ways with €45 million-rated 2024 Bundesliga TOP SCORER

Xabi Alonso's Bayer Leverkusen have agreed to part ways with their 2024 top-scorer Victor Boniface in a massive transfer deal.

Bayer Leverkusen and Xabi Alonso set to part ways with €45 million-rated 2024 Bundesliga TOP SCORER

Bayer Leverkusen forward Victor Boniface is set to join Al-Nassr (via Transfermarkt)

Bayer Leverkusen manager Xabi Alonso confirmed reports that stated that striker Victor Boniface is ready to depart the club in the ongoing January transfer window. The 24-year-old’s representatives are currently in talks with Saudi Pro League side, Al-Nassr.

Recent reports revealed that 24-year-old Victor Boniface is on the verge of signing for Saudi Arabian club Al-Nassr. It will make him their seventh-European player. He would get the opportunity to play alongside Portuguese star Cristiano Ronaldo and ex-Liverpool forward Sadio Mane. The middle-eastern club has eyed him as a replacement for Anderson Talisca, who is on his way to join Fenerbahce.

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Al-Nassr’s delegation has reportedly arrived in Germany, and has initiated negotiations to sign Boniface. Leverkusen has slapped a price-tag of €45 million on the forward, which was signed just a season ago from Belgian club, Union Saint-Gilloise. Named Rookie of the Season, Boniface helped Leverkusen claim their first-ever Bundesliga title, while also remaining their season top-scorer with 21 goals.

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Victor Boniface has remained out of Leverkusen manager Xabi Alonso‘s plans this season. This came after having remained injured for most of it. He has not played for the club since picking up a hamstring injury, while on international duty in November. The Nigerian forward also missed the club’s recent training sessions, despite having made his return from injury, with the manager confirming exit rumors.

Nonetheless, Czech forward Patrick Schick has stepped up this season, in Boniface’s absence. The 29-year-old striker has scored 17 times in 25 appearances this season. He is followed by Florian Wirtz, who has 24 goal contributions till now.

Bayer Leverkusen approach Manchester City to sign young midfield sensation James McAtee on loan

Defending Bundesliga champions Bayer Leverkusen have reportedly approached Manchester City to sign James McAtee on loan. The club is hoping to secure the 22-year-old midfielder on a six-month long temporary deal, in order to push up their title pursuit.

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Manchester City midfielder James McAtee has been identified as a Bayer Leverkusen target (via Transfermarkt)

McAtee’s current contract at Manchester City comes to an end in 2026. He has been on the radar for many German clubs in the ongoing transfer window. He has scored five goals in 13 appearances for City, three of which have come in an 8-0 win over Salford City. Leverkusen are aiming to sign McAtee in order to to strengthen their midfield. It will also help them replace the injured Martin Terrier.

The Man City academy graduate has found limited playing opportunities under Pep Guardiola. As such, a loan move could appeal to both the player and the club. It could help him develop, and become a long-term option within the Cityzens squad.