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Victor Boniface has made his way back to Werder Bremen after completing a significant stage of his recovery at Bayer Leverkusen. This development brings a much-needed lift to the Bundesliga team as they strive to steer clear of relegation.
The forward from the Super Eagles has been sidelined for over three months due to knee surgery he underwent in January. Initially, it was believed he would be unavailable for the rest of the season.
However, Boniface’s return to Bremen has sparked new hope that he might make a late-season appearance.
Gradual return to action
On Monday, Werder Bremen announced that Boniface is once again part of the squad, though his return will proceed with caution.
“Victor will start with individual training throughout the week,” stated Peter Niemeyer, the club’s Head of Professional Football. “Following that, he will be gradually reintroduced to team training, with the hope that he can still take part this season.”
Boniface joined Bremen on loan from Bayer Leverkusen last summer but has endured a difficult spell. Prior to his injury, he made 11 league appearances, contributing two assists without scoring.
Despite those numbers, the Nigerian forward retains a strong reputation from his performances in Germany, where he previously established himself as a physically dominant and dynamic attacking option.
His return could provide Bremen with a different dimension in attack as they look to secure vital points in the final stretch of the season.
Currently sitting just above the relegation zone, Bremen face mounting pressure with seven matches remaining.
The club’s survival hopes may hinge on improving their attacking output, an area where Boniface was initially expected to make a significant impact.
While it remains uncertain how quickly he can return to full match fitness, his availability alone represents a positive development.