Victor Boniface’s proposed move from Bayer Leverkusen to Al Nassr has collapsed.
The Super Eagles forward will remain with the Bundesliga side after the Saudi Pro League club decided not to finalize the deal.
This was confirmed by football transfer expert Fabrizio Romano via his X account on Wednesday night.
Romano wrote: “Victor Boniface and Al Nassr, deal OFF.
“Nigerian striker won’t join the club. The deal was advanced, but never finalized as Al Nassr never gave the final green light.”
Al Nassr have now decided to sign Jhon Durán 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 move to Al Nassr had seemed almost complete after both clubs agreed on a €60million fee.
Sky Sports Germany reported that the 24-year-old had already passed his medical and was looking forward to playing alongside five-time Ballon d’Or winner Cristiano Ronaldo. Boniface had also agreed to an annual net wage of €15million.
