Although Boniface started the current season well, with six goals and one assist in his first 10 Bundesliga outings, a hamstring injury and ensuing fitness issues kept him out of action through to mid-January. By this time, a deal had been negotiated for a winter move to Saudi club Al-Nassr – the home of Cristiano Ronaldo – and Boniface was all set to leave.
However, it is expected that a due replacement of the Saudi team plans means that Boniface remains in Leverkusen, and fights with Patrik Schick in Central Center for a position in the initial XI of Alonso.
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Following the 2-0 winning victory opposite to Sparta Prague, the last day of the UEFA Champions League organization, a result of Leverkusen the only Bundesliga aspect that he described for 8 in the 16 Ultimate – Trainer Alonso gave Alonso an update on Boniface to the club.
“At this time it is staying with us,” said the Span Final Europe of the League. “I am satisfied, I’m happy. “
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Should Boniface finish up staying at Leverkusen, the emotional rollercoaster of the move erased – will it have a negative effect on him?Not according to Alonso.
“These things happen,” said the Bayer boss. “We spoke before this transfer window began. He was open to the idea of a transfer, but he’s happy here. That’s why I don’t think it will be a big stress for him. He’ll switch back in his head and accept the idea that he’s staying here. He’ll see his situation positively and fight for his position in the team.”
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This fight begins immediately, with the name Champions of Bundesliga for the attack on the 20th from Saturday at the home opposite to Hoffenheim on Saturday, February 1.
“Victor will start training again tomorrow,” continued Alonso, after confirming that the club is no longer looking to make any attacking signings in the winter transfer window. “All going well, he will be back in the matchday squad.”
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