Victor Boniface Joins Werder Bremen on Loan from Bayer Leverkusen
Nigerian striker Victor Boniface joins Werder Bremen on a season-long loan from Bayer Leverkusen, boosting the team's attacking options.
“I'm certain he can be a very important factor for us this season...”
Nigerian striker Victor Boniface has completed a season-long loan move to Werder Bremen from Bayer Leverkusen. The 24-year-old forward is expected to significantly boost Bremen's attacking options, following a challenging start to the season.
Bremen coach Horst Steffen expressed confidence in Boniface's abilities, stating, “I'm certain he can be a very important factor for us this season.” Steffen highlighted Boniface's physical strength, finishing skills, and pace as valuable assets for the team.
Boniface had a standout season with Bayer Leverkusen, scoring 21 goals and providing 9 assists to help the team secure their first-ever Bundesliga title. He has also had notable stints with Union St.Gilloise in Belgium and Bodø/Glimt in Norway. Werder Bremen will cover part of his salary as part of the loan agreement, which runs until June 2026.
The loan deal is expected to provide a much-needed boost to Bremen's attack, as they've yet to record a win in three games across all competitions this term. Boniface's impressive stats and abilities make him an exciting addition to the team.
Boniface was also close to joining AC Milan in August, having reportedly reached an agreement with Leverkusen. However, the transfer fell through after he failed a medical examination, paving the way for his eventual move to Leverkusen.
🚨🟢⚪️ Victor Boniface has signed his Werder Bremen contract until June 2026, loan with part of the salary covered.
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) September 1, 2025
Medical completed as revealed. 🇳🇬 pic.twitter.com/THxmPXhb9m
Victor Boniface played a pivotal role in Bayer Leverkusen's historic unbeaten double in the 2023/24 season. Although the exact statistics for the season aren't provided in the context of his departure, his overall performance included scoring 21 goals and providing 9 assists to help Leverkusen secure their first-ever Bundesliga title.
Thank you for everything Boni, you'll always be a double winner! 🙏🇳🇬@boniface_jrn has joined Werder Bremen on a one-year-loan deal. pic.twitter.com/qrFRy3M301
— Bayer 04 Leverkusen (@bayer04_en) September 1, 2025
Boniface has joined Werder Bremen on a loan deal until June 2026, becoming the latest member of Leverkusen's title-winning team to exit the club. Other notable departures include Florian Wirtz, Granit Xhaka, Jonathan Tah, Jeremie Frimpong, and coach Xabi Alonso. Werder Bremen coach Horst Steffen believes Boniface will be a crucial factor for the team, praising his physical strength, finishing skills, and pace.
We'll miss your smiles and celebrations, Comrade! 🥹🇳🇬 pic.twitter.com/kK7NcQ87lf
— Bayer 04 Leverkusen (@bayer04_en) September 1, 2025
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