Manchester United have joined the race to sign Bayer Leverkusen’s attacking sensation Victor Boniface, setting the stage for a potential transfer battle with Chelsea..
The 23-year-old Nigerian striker has been in scintillating form since joining the German club in the summer of 2023, attracting the attention of several top European sides.
Boniface’s impressive debut season saw him score 21 goals and provide 10 assists in 34 appearances, playing a crucial role in Leverkusen’s historic Bundesliga triumph that ended Bayern Munich’s long-standing dominance.
The forward’s stellar performances continued into the new season, notching seven goals and five assists in just eight Bundesliga appearances. He also recently opened his UEFA Champions League account with a decisive strike against AC Milan.
According to Fichajes, both Manchester United and Chelsea are prepared to battle for Boniface’s signature, with the striker’s potential transfer fee estimated between €60 and €80m.