
The Digest:
AC Milan has called off the transfer of Nigerian striker Victor Boniface after he failed to pass mandatory medical examinations, despite the deal being verbally agreed upon. The move, which would have seen Boniface join Milan on loan from Bayer Leverkusen, has collapsed.
Key Points:
- AC Milan cancels Victor Boniface's transfer due to failed medical tests.
- Boniface underwent a €5 million loan deal with a €24 million buy option.
- The striker's past knee surgeries and recurring groin issues raised concerns.
- Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano confirmed the decision on Sunday.
- Roma had previously rejected a swap deal involving Boniface for fitness reasons.
- Boniface will return to Bayer Leverkusen after the collapsed transfer.
- Milan remains cautious about the player’s fitness despite strong potential.
Victor Boniface's potential move to AC Milan has been halted after failing the medical tests, with the club prioritizing fitness concerns due to his past injuries. The deal, initially promising, has fallen through as Milan reconsiders the striker's long-term viability.
Sources: Fabrizio Romano, Punch News