“Too Heavy To Shine? Werder Bremen Sounds Alarm Over Victor Boniface’s Fitness”

According to Ireporter Online, Nigerian striker Victor Boniface is reportedly facing a tough start to life at his new club, Werder Bremen, as concerns over his physical fitness have emerged.

The talented forward, who played a pivotal role in Bayer Leverkusen’s Bundesliga triumph in 2024 under Xabi Alonso, has been described by Werder Bremen’s sporting director, Clemens Fritz, as struggling with excess weight since joining the club on loan.

Boniface, who notched an impressive 21 goals and 10 assists in 34 appearances during Leverkusen’s title-winning campaign, saw his output dip slightly last season, finishing with 11 goals in 27 matches. Following his reduced form, a summer exit became inevitable, though his transfer journey proved turbulent.

Initially set for a lucrative move to Saudi Arabian side Al-Nassr, the 24-year-old’s deal collapsed after he reportedly failed his medical. A subsequent move to Italian giants AC Milan also fell through, leading him to eventually secure a loan switch to Werder Bremen. However, since arriving, Boniface has only managed four appearances for the Bundesliga outfit.

Speaking to the media, Fritz confirmed that the club has identified the player’s fitness challenges and is working closely with him to regain full form.

“We’ve clearly identified the issues together with Victor and are supporting him in every possible way,” Fritz stated. “He has accepted our guidance and is committed to improving through additional training sessions, physiotherapy, and a tailored nutrition plan.”

While Boniface’s talent remains undisputed, his early struggles at Bremen have raised questions about his readiness to recapture the form that once made him one of the Bundesliga’s most feared attackers.