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Why AC Milan Rejected Victor Boniface After Medical

Gianluca Di Marzio, Italian transfer expert has shed light on the circumstances that led AC Milan to cancel proposed loan move for Victor Boniface from Bayer Leverkusen during the summer transfer window.

According to Di Marzio, the Nigerian forward, who later joined Werder Bremen on loan, had travelled to Milan for his medicals but was sent back after the Serie A club conducted a detailed assessment of his physical condition.

Read also: Victor Boniface Returns To Germany as AC Milan Stir Up Controversy Over Player’s Medical Report

 

AC Milan Called Off Victor Boniface Transfer Due to Medical History 

Speaking to Milan Vibes, Di Marzio explained that Milan was not blindsided by Boniface’s past injury record but chose to proceed cautiously before finalizing the deal.

“With Boniface, Milan was aware of the physical issues the player had faced. We’re not talking about a club that didn’t know his medical history and career path,” Di Marzio said.

“They simply wanted to be extra sure about his physical condition, also looking ahead to the future, even though it was a loan.”

The journalist noted that such caution was not unusual, as clubs often weigh the risks of a player’s past injuries, especially when making significant financial commitments.

“Sometimes, when you invest €40 million to buy a player, past problems weigh even more, but in this case, regardless of it being a loan, after reviewing his medical record, both past and present, the club decided to move towards a player who was more ready and could provide stronger guarantees,” he added.

How AC Milan Conducted Boniface’s Medical

Di Marzio also defended Milan’s decision to hold the medical in Italy rather than abroad, describing it as a more honest and transparent approach.

“It wasn’t ideal, in terms of form, to have the player arrive and then send him back, but it was a more transparent and less hypocritical approach than others who conduct medicals abroad and keep quiet when a deal falls through,” he said.

“Here, everyone knew the player had arrived, and the club made a decision. It’s unfortunate for the player because I know he was eager to wear the Milan shirt.”

“These things happen, just like with Harder, who had a contract practically signed and documents already exchanged.”

Victor Boniface, AC Milan

 

Werder Bremen – Boniface’s next chapter in Germany

After the failed Milan switch, 24-year-old Victor Boniface, joined Werder Bremen on loan, where he has made four substitute appearances so far this season.

The Super Eagles striker has already contributed one assist in Bremen’s 4–0 win over Borussia Mönchengladbach, as he works to regain full match sharpness and form.

Read also: Deadline Day: Werder Bremen push for Victor Boniface loan move

Read also: Boniface Impresses in Werder Bremen Debut

 

 

 

Nkunku pursuit may have swayed AC Milan’s decision

Di Marzio also revealed that Milan’s interest in Chelsea attacker, Christopher Nkunku could have influenced the final outcome.

“Maybe you get the chance to sign Nkunku, and you judge that he’s more useful for both the present and the future than a player who still needed to be fully assessed,” Di Marzio noted.

Despite the setback, Boniface remains one of Nigeria’s most promising attacking talents, having played a key role in Bayer Leverkusen’s 2023/24 Bundesliga triumph before his move.

Read also: Horst Steffen Reveals How Boniface Has Impacted Werder Bremen Dressing Room

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