Here is all you need to know about Victor Boniface including his age, religion, career, records and more about the Nigerian footballer
With 10 goals from Victor Boniface, Bayer Leverkusen has jumped to the top of the standings and set a record for the most wins in 2023–24.
Who is Victor Boniface, bio, age, height, parents, girlfriend, religion, salary, contract, stats and position
Owing to a groin injury, the Nigerian is projected to be sidelined until April after winning four consecutive Rookie awards for his efforts.
With no losses so far this season, Bayer Leverkusen is atop the Bundesliga standings. There is cautious confidence that Bayern Munich may fight for the title even though they are eight points behind with a game remaining.
But Victor Boniface’s injury, which will prevent him from playing for at least three months, could prevent him from achieving that goal.
Who is Victor Boniface?
Nigerian professional football player Victor Okoh Boniface was born on December 23, 2000 in Akure, Ondo State, Nigeria. He now plays as a striker for both the Nigeria national team and Bundesliga team Bayer Leverkusen. The 23-year-old stands 1.90 m (6 ft 3 in) tall.
Rikke Hermine Jensen is a Norwegian model and influencer, famous for being the girlfriend of Super Eagles of Nigeria and Bayer Leverkusen player Victor who is a Christian by religion. While he was born to Nigerian Christian parents, their names aren’t known.
A look at Victor Boniface’s career so far
Boniface joined with Real Sapphire for Bodø/Glimt on March 4, 2019. It was reported that he would likely be out for the entirety of the 2019 season after suffering a ligament injury just two weeks after joining Glimt.
In Belgium, Boniface inked a four-year contract with Union Saint-Gilloise on August 8, 2022. Along with Marcus Rashford, he tied for the competition’s top score with six goals, including a brace against Union Berlin in the round of 16.
With a deal expiring in 2028, Boniface joined Bundesliga team Bayer Leverkusen on July 22, 2023. He was given the number 22 shirt. On August 19, he started his first Bundesliga game, winning 3-2 at home against RB Leipzig. He made an immediate impression there, starting his career with the club on a positive note and scoring significant goals in the Bundesliga.
On September 10, 2023, Boniface made his senior team debut for Nigeria, substituting for Taiwo Awoniyi in the 64th minute.
Victor Boniface’s salary
Victor Boniface makes about $2.3 million a year at Bayer Leverkusen. His 2028 contract with Bayer Leverkusen is projected to improve his financial situation, with earnings of approximately $11.5 million anticipated in the future.
He has a release clause in his contract of only around £15.5m.