Victor Boniface, Edmond Tapsoba, Mohamed Amoura, Amadou Haidara, and Farès Chaïbi were among the African players under close watch in the Bundesliga during the 2024/25 campaign.
Now that the season has concluded, performances have varied—from struggles with form and fitness to impressive breakthroughs.
Victor Boniface: A season undermined by injury
After a standout debut season at Bayer Leverkusen, Nigerian striker Victor Boniface found the current campaign more challenging.
Plagued by a long-term injury and falling down the pecking order, Boniface made only 19 league appearances, scoring eight goals and providing two assists—well below his previous tally of 14 goals and eight assists in 23 games.
Valued at €45 million and under contract until June 2028, Boniface continues to attract interest from major clubs.
Speaking on his future, former Nigeria international Peter Odemwingie remarked, “He can impose himself anywhere.”
Edmond Tapsoba: A rock in defence
At the opposite end of the pitch, Burkinabe defender Edmond Tapsoba enjoyed a stable season.
The centre-back featured in 29 of Bayer Leverkusen’s 34 league matches, consistently anchoring the defence.
He averaged 0.5 interceptions, 0.9 fouls conceded, and 0.8 tackles per match.
Currently valued at €40 million, Tapsoba is tied to Leverkusen until June 2028 and earns €5 million annually.
Former teammate Adama Guira noted, “Stay at Leverkusen or leave? That’s the big decision now.”
Mohamed Amoura: Instant impact at Wolfsburg
Algerian striker Mohamed Amoura made an immediate impact in his debut Bundesliga season with Wolfsburg.
Arriving from Union Saint-Gilloise, he quickly adapted to German football and played a key role in guiding his team to 11th place with 43 points.
Amoura, 25, is under contract until 2029 and valued at €32 million.
With an annual salary of €470,000, his performances have already caught the attention of Premier League scouts.
Algerian legend Rabah Madjer observed, “I think Amoura is ready for the Premier League.”
Amadou Haidara: A reliable presence
Despite RB Leipzig missing out on European qualification, Malian midfielder Amadou Haidara remained a reliable figure.
The 27-year-old made 28 league appearances and contributed one assist over 1,324 minutes on the pitch.
Valued at €20 million and earning €3.8 million annually, Haidara’s consistency has sparked interest from clubs like Arsenal.
Djibril Sidibé commented on his next move, saying, “Where will Amadou Haidara play next season?”
Farès Chaïbi: Still fighting for a starting role
For Algerian midfielder Farès Chaïbi, breaking into the starting eleven at Bayer Leverkusen has remained elusive.
Despite 26 league appearances, including 10 starts, he registered only one goal and three assists—a modest return for the 22-year-old.
With a market value of €9 million and under contract until 2028, Chaïbi earns €800,000 per year.
His challenge remains to transform potential into consistent output at the highest level.
Conclusion
The 2024/25 Bundesliga season has brought a mix of highs and lows for Africa’s standout talents.
While some players cemented their status, others face crucial decisions this summer that could define the next chapters of their careers.
