Akpoborie Urges Victor Boniface To Shun Saudi Mega Money For Premier League Club

Former Nigerian international Jonathan Akpoborie has advised Super Eagles forward Victor Boniface to resist the temptation of lucrative offers from Saudi Arabia and instead pursue a move to a Premier League club this summer.

It is worth noting that Boniface was heavily linked with a transfer to a Saudi club during the January transfer window, but the deal ultimately fell through. Nevertheless, with growing interest from top clubs in Europe, the former Wolfsburg striker, in a conversation with Footy Africa, urged the Nigerian international to concentrate on joining a Premier League side.

“Boniface performed exceptionally well last season, and he will be an influential player for Bayer Leverkusen this season,” Akpoborie told Footy Africa. “If that move materialises, it will be an upgrade for him and serve as a stepping stone to a move to the Premier League.”

“Saudi Arabia? I understand that money plays a significant role in life, but he is still too young for such a move. He will earn good money in Europe. Saudi Arabia isn’t going anywhere; it will still be there in three to four years’ time.”

The 24-year-old scored eight goals and registered one assist in 19 appearances for Bayer Leverkusen in the 2024/25 season after joining Die Werkself from Belgian Pro League outfit Union Saint-Gilloise in 2023.