Werder Bremen Admit Loan Move for Victor Boniface Has Fallen Short

Werder Bremen sporting director Clemens Fritz has admitted that the club’s summer loan signing of Victor Boniface has not gone as planned.

The Nigerian forward joined Werder Bremen on loan from Bayer Leverkusen with hopes of boosting the team’s attacking options for the season. However, injuries and inconsistent performances have prevented Boniface from showing the form that once made him one of the Bundesliga’s most exciting attacking talents.

Speaking to German outlet Mopo, Fritz explained the reasoning behind the transfer, saying the club was willing to take a calculated financial risk.

“To take a manageable financial risk and to have the courage to see the opportunity,” Fritz said, referring to the decision to bring in Boniface.

He added that the move was also aimed at supporting the development of young forward Keke Topp. “On the one hand, we wanted to develop Keke, and on the other hand, we also wanted to acquire the quality that Victor undoubtedly possesses,” he said.

Despite the intentions, Fritz admitted the loan has not delivered the expected results. “As things stand now, we have to say that it hasn’t worked out in that form,” he said.

Boniface struggled to make an impact at the Weserstadion, registering just two assists in 11 Bundesliga appearances. His difficulties were made worse by injuries, which disrupted his rhythm and limited his contributions on the pitch.

The Nigerian forward is currently recovering from a knee injury, raising doubts over whether he will feature again for Werder Bremen this season.