Victor Boniface considers January exit amid frustration at Bayer Leverkusen

Victor Boniface is reportedly considering leaving Bayer Leverkusen during the January transfer window after becoming increasingly frustrated with his limited playing opportunities under head coach Carles Martinez.

According to Kölner Stadt-Anzeiger, the Nigerian striker has managed just 15 minutes across three substitute appearances this season, raising questions about his long-term future at the Bundesliga club.

Fitness concerns behind limited playing time

Boniface’s reduced involvement is largely attributed to his physical condition following knee surgery earlier this year. Although fears that he could suffer career-ending consequences have been dismissed, his knee reportedly remains capable of handling only 20 to 30 minutes per match.

His training statistics, particularly sprinting and intensity levels, also remain below those of his teammates.

Leverkusen reportedly want him fit enough to complete 45 minutes at Bundesliga level by January.

Winter departure under consideration

However, the 25-year-old reportedly believes he is ready for more playing time and is becoming increasingly unhappy with his situation.

Sporting director Simon Rolfes has urged patience, saying: “He needs to stay fit, keep working and improve, then his opportunity will come.”

According to Sky Germany, Boniface has asked his representatives to explore another loan move, with two clubs already making enquiries about his availability.

A January departure remains a possibility, although Leverkusen are yet to make a final decision.