Werder Bremen's Boniface Loan Fails; Fulham Eyes Chukwueze

Werder Bremen's sporting director, Clemen Fritz, has admitted that the club's summer loan move for Victor Boniface has not met expectations. The plan was to enhance Bremen's attack, but Boniface's performance has been hindered by injuries, resulting in just two assists in 11 Bundesliga matches.

His knee injury raises doubts about his availability for the remainder of the season. The club recognized the calculated risk involved in the loan but has found it falling short of its intended goals.

In a related development, Fulham is reportedly pursuing a permanent deal for Nigerian winger Samuel Chukwueze, who joined the London club on loan from AC Milan last summer. Fulham is prepared to activate a clause in Chukwueze's agreement, which includes a fee of £24 million.

Chukwueze has made a notable impact at Craven Cottage, contributing three goals and four assists in 17 league appearances under manager Marco Silva.