AC Milan has suspended the transfer of Victor Boniface due to his inability to pass the required medical examinations.
Despite reaching a verbal agreement concerning a €5 million loan fee and a €24 million buy clause, and Victor Boniface being present in Milan in the past 48 hours, the deal was ultimately canceled based on medical grounds.
Victor Boniface is set to return to Germany today. The unsuccessful transfer of Victor Boniface to AC Milan is attributed to issues identified during the obligatory medical assessment that professional athletes must undergo before finalizing a transfer.
These medical evaluations are designed to assess the athlete's physical condition to confirm their fitness to compete at the requisite level and to ensure they do not present a significant risk of injury to the club.
Although specific details regarding Boniface’s medical concerns were not disclosed, such issues typically encompass the following aspects:
1. Injuries or Pre-existing Conditions: The medical team may have identified an ongoing injury (such as muscle, ligament, or joint issues) or a chronic condition that could potentially impact performance or recovery timelines. For instance, a recent or poorly healed injury may raise significant concerns.
2. Physical Fitness Risks: Evaluations may indicate potential issues related to cardiovascular health, muscle imbalances, or other physiological factors that could hinder the player’s ability to meet the demands of elite-level football.
3. Long-term Health Concerns: Conditions such as heart irregularities, joint instability, or early signs of degenerative ailments might compel a club to reevaluate the investment, particularly in the context of a high-value transfer.
4. Recovery Uncertainty: Should Boniface possess a recent injury history, the medical team may harbor reservations regarding his capacity to return to optimal performance within a reasonable timeframe, especially given the financial commitment involved (€5 million loan fee plus €24 million buy option).
AC Milan likely concluded that the risks associated with Boniface’s medical findings outweighed the prospective advantages of acquiring him, resulting in the cancellation of the transfer.
Without publicly available specific information, it remains uncertain whether the concerns pertained to a new injury, the recurrence of a previous issue, or another health-related factor. Boniface's return to Germany indicates that he will continue with his current club Bayer 04 Leverkusen, presumably undergoing additional evaluation or recovery processes.