Bayer Leverkusen are closing in on an agreement with Saudi Arabian side Al-Nassr over the sale of striker Victor Boniface. Leverkusen head coach Xabi Alonso confirmed that the Nigeria international missed training ahead of Wednesday's Champions League match against Sparta Prague as Al-Nassr work to finalize agreements both with the German champions and Boniface.

A Nigerian man said Victor Boniface's reported move to Al-Nassr was a good development. According to the man, if Boniface decides to accept the offer, it would be worth it because it is a good financial decision. Boniface is reportedly moving to Al-Nassr in a mouthwatering deal worth €60 million as he will be earning €15 million per year.

🚨🟡🔵 Understand Al Nassr have started official talks for Victor Boniface as new striker! Negotiations on with Bayer Leverkusen for the Nigerian striker to replace Talisca. 👀🇸🇦 The other candidate is Jhon Durán… but Aston Villa still insist on keeping him at the club. pic.twitter.com/Nz0itrBtv2

Victor Boniface, Super Eagles striker, has passed medical check-ups ahead of his move to Al Nassr in Saudi Arabia

The reason the deal has not yet been finalised is that Al Nassr are negotiating with Aston Villa for Colombian striker Jhon Duran. The Athletic reports that if Villa receives a fee of €80m for Duran and a move suits all parties, then a move would be possible.

Victor Boniface is set for a massive pay rise amid reports linking him with a possible transfer to Saudi Professional League powerhouse, Al Nassr.

With less than a week left of the winter transfer window, Victor Boniface looks set to leave Bayer Leverkusen.According to Sky Germany, Leverkusen have agreed a deal to sell the Nigerian striker to

Cristiano Ronaldo's Al-Nassr have reportedly reached a €60 million (£50m/$63m) agreement with Bayer Leverkusen for Victor Boniface.