Remember our previous report about Victor Boniface’s potential transfer to Al-Nassr? Well, the landscape has shifted dramatically. In a stunning turn of events, Al-Nassr has reportedly agreed to a blockbuster deal for Aston Villa’s young striker, Jhon Duran, throwing Boniface’s anticipated move into serious doubt.
As we reported earlier, Boniface was heavily linked with a move to the Saudi Pro League. However, Al-Nassr’s pursuit of Duran has seemingly taken precedence. Multiple reports indicate that the Saudi club has agreed to a staggering €77 million initial fee with Aston Villa for the Colombian striker, with the total package potentially reaching €90 million. This figure rivals some of the biggest transfers in football history, signaling Al-Nassr’s intent to make a significant statement.
This unexpected development casts a shadow over Boniface’s future. While he was previously a prime target for Al-Nassr, the club’s apparent prioritization of Duran suggests they may have filled their striker quota. It remains to be seen whether Al-Nassr will still pursue Boniface or if the Nigerian striker will now have to explore other options.
Duran’s move to Al-Nassr is a major coup for the Saudi Pro League and a significant blow for Boniface, whose anticipated move now hangs in the balance. The sheer size of the transfer fee underscores the growing financial power of Saudi Arabian clubs and their increasing influence in the global football market. As the transfer window progresses, all eyes will be on Boniface to see where he lands next.
