Victor Boniface News: Returns with Nigeria

Boniface was back in the starting XI for Nigeria to face Russia in a friendly game on June 6, according to the Nigeria Football Association. This marked his return to action following his absence at the end of the season due to illness.

Boniface missed the season finale with Leverkusen due to illness, but he is now fully fit again after featuring for his national team against Russia in a friendly game on June 6. Boniface will now return and prepare for pre-season under new coach Ten Hag in Leverkusen.