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Manchester United Join Race to Sign Victor Boniface

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Manchester United have entered the competition to acquire Bayer Leverkusen’s attacking sensation, Victor Boniface, setting the stage for a potential transfer battle with Chelsea, PUNCH Sports Extra reports.

The 23-year-old Nigerian striker has been in exceptional form since joining the German club in the summer of 2023, garnering interest from several top European clubs. In his debut season, Boniface scored 21 goals and provided 10 assists in 34 appearances, playing a crucial role in Leverkusen’s historic Bundesliga triumph that ended Bayern Munich’s long-standing dominance.

His impressive performances have continued into the current season, where he has already notched seven goals and five assists in just eight Bundesliga appearances. He also opened his UEFA Champions League account with a decisive strike against AC Milan.

Reports from Fichajes indicate that both Manchester United and Chelsea are willing to compete for Boniface’s signature, with his potential transfer fee estimated between €60 and €80 million.

Despite recently signing young strikers Rasmus Hojlund and Joshua Zirkzee, Manchester United remains keen to bolster their attacking options, viewing Boniface as a player who could provide the additional firepower needed upfront. Chelsea, on the other hand, has been actively seeking a world-class striker, aligning Boniface’s profile with their strategy to acquire the best young talents in world football.

Boniface’s contract with Leverkusen runs until the summer of 2028, giving the German club a strong negotiating position. The striker appears focused on his performances for Xabi Alonso’s side and is in no rush to leave.

As the January transfer window approaches, all eyes will be on the Nigerian international’s future, with both Manchester United and Chelsea poised to make a move for one of European football’s most exciting young talents.

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Super Eagles World Cup squad: Which players will face the axe?

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Super Eagles Squad Selection: Players Likely to Miss Out

With the March 21 and March 25 fixtures approaching, Super Eagles head coach Finidi George is set to trim the squad to 23 players. Ahead of the March 17 announcement, here are the players who might miss out.

The squad features NPFL standouts, including Remo Stars’ goalkeeper Kayode Bankole, Enugu Rangers’ defender Ifeanyi Onyebuchi, and Niger Tornadoes’ forward Papa Daniel Mustapha. Despite their domestic performances, they might not make the final cut due to stiff competition from overseas-based players.

Several players are battling injuries, making their selection unlikely. Maduka Okoye (Udinese) underwent wrist surgery in December and isn’t expected back until April. Fisayo Dele-Bashiru (Lazio) suffered an ankle sprain on February 25, and while reports suggest he could return early, his chances remain slim. Akor Adams (Sevilla) has yet to make his Super Eagles debut and remains out with a training injury from February.

Some players may be excluded due to lack of form or irregular playing time. Kelechi Iheanacho (Middlesbrough) struggled at Sevilla before moving to the Championship in January, raising match fitness concerns. Ahmed Musa (Kano Pillars) may lose his spot due to limited game time and rising competition. Paul Onuachu (Southampton) has struggled for consistency in England, while Cyriel Dessers (Rangers) has had mixed performances, making his selection uncertain.

Others who may miss out include Umar Sadiq, Joe Aribo, Chidera Ejuke, Alhassan Yusuf, Christantus Uche, and Igoh Ogbu.

With a talent-packed squad, Chelle faces tough decisions before finalizing his 23-man squad for the crucial fixtures.

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Guardiola Vows to Rebuild Man City After Narrow Win Over Spurs

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Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has pledged to restore the club’s dominance after securing a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Tottenham Hotspur on Wednesday.

A 12th-minute goal by Erling Haaland proved decisive as City moved into fourth place in the Premier League standings, strengthening their bid for a Champions League spot. However, the narrow win highlighted the club’s struggles this season, as they remain far from the dominant force that has won four consecutive league titles under Guardiola.

Despite their recent success, Manchester City has endured an underwhelming campaign, currently 20 points behind league leaders Liverpool. Their hopes of retaining the Champions League title were dashed following elimination by Real Madrid, leaving the FA Cup as their only shot at silverware this season.

Guardiola acknowledged the decline but expressed confidence in his team’s resurgence.

“Never will be this season the old City. Old City were too good, but we will be back,” he stated.

City controlled the first half, creating several chances to extend their lead, but missed opportunities kept Spurs in the game. Tottenham, struggling in 13th place, grew into the match and dominated possession in the second half, but failed to break through City’s defense.

Spurs manager Ange Postecoglou admitted his team’s early struggles cost them the game.

“We were too wasteful in the first half. Against City, that lets them get into a rhythm,” he said.
Despite another defeat, Postecoglou was encouraged by his side’s second-half display.
“It’s disappointing to lose again, but it did look more like us today,” he added.

With City still fighting for a top-four finish, Guardiola is expected to make significant squad changes in the summer to strengthen the team. Addressing defensive vulnerabilities and regaining consistency will be key to City’s ambitions next season.

Meanwhile, Tottenham will shift their focus to the Europa League, as their chances of a strong league finish remain slim. The club is expected to make key reinforcements in the summer transfer window to improve their squad for the next campaign.

As both teams enter the final stretch of the season, City will look to secure Champions League qualification while Spurs aim to salvage their season through European competition.

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Guardiola Regrets Not Strengthening Squad in Summer Transfer Window

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Manchester City manager, Pep Guardiola, has expressed regret over his decision not to strengthen his squad during the summer transfer window. In hindsight, he believes that rejecting the opportunity to revamp his team was a mistake, especially given the impact of injuries on their disappointing start to the season.

Guardiola had initially decided against making new signings, relying on his existing players, with only Savinho and a returning Ilkay Gündogan joining the team. However, the club has since moved to refresh their squad, agreeing a deal for Lens defender Abdukodir Khusanov and negotiating with Eintracht Frankfurt forward Omar Marmoush.

Reflecting on his summer decision, Guardiola said, “I relied on the team and thought we could do it again with the same players. But after the injuries, wow, maybe we should have done it differently.”

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