AC Milan Abandons Transfer Move for Victor Boniface
AC Milan have terminated plans to sign Victor Boniface after the Bayer Leverkusen forward did not clear medical evaluations in Italy.
Medical Assessments and Concerns
The 24-year-old Nigerian underwent four separate medical checks in Milan this week as the club pursued reinforcements for its attacking line.
Club doctors flagged concerns tied to Boniface’s history of significant knee injuries, including two anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) ruptures. Those findings prompted Milan to abandon the move despite the player’s evident talent.
Decision and Future Plans
Milan acknowledged Boniface’s potential but judged the long-term fitness risk too high given the physical demands of Serie A.
The Rossoneri had viewed him as a primary option to succeed Olivier Giroud, but the club will now prioritize signing two strikers before the transfer window closes.
Expert Opinions and Current Status
Journalist Luca Bianchin reported that the medical staff were not prepared to accept the durability risk posed by Boniface’s injury record.
Boniface remains under contract at Bayer Leve...