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.

Victor Boniface's failed move to Al Nassr has sparked celebrations in the Bayer Leverkusen camp as Xabi Alonso has expressed his delight to have the forward back.

Sky Germany reports that there have been complications when it comes to the completion of Bayer Leverkusen striker Victor Boniface’s move to Saudi Arabia.Every aspect of the deal, including the

Boniface returned from injury last Saturday but was on the bench for Leverkusen's 2-2 draw with RB Leipzig, and was not named in the squad for Alonso's side's routine victory over lowly Sparta

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's anticipated transfer to Al Nassr from Bayer Leverkusen has collapsed, with the Saudi club now focusing on securing Jhon Duran from Aston Villa.