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Nigerian stars Victor Boniface and Nathan Tella to continue in Bundesliga under new Bayer Leverkusen coach Erik ten Hag, who replaces Xabi Alonso and aims to build an ambitious team through 2027.
Nigerian stars Victor Boniface and Nathan Tella will embark on a new chapter in the Bundesliga after Bayer Leverkusen confirmed the appointment of former Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag as their new head coach.
This managerial change comes after former coach Xabi Alonso sealed a high-profile return to Real Madrid on a three-year deal at the end of the Bundesliga season.
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Bayer Leverkusen striker Victor Boniface cheers Victor Osimhen's Super Lig title triumph.
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Bayer Leverkusen striker Victor Boniface could be on his way to the Premier League, according to latest reports.
Leverkusen made the announcement on their official social media platforms on Monday, revealing that Ten Hag has signed a contract running until the summer of 2027.
“Bayer 04 have appointed Erik ten Hag as the new head coach. The 55-year-old Dutch coach has signed a contract to 30 June 2027,” the club stated on their website.
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The Dutch tactician, 55, is set to begin his tenure on July 1, 2025, as the club prepares for the upcoming 2025/26 season.
Ten Hag arrives with a wealth of experience, having most recently managed Manchester United, where he guided the Red Devils to Carabao Cup glory in 2023 and lifted the FA Cup in 2024.
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His reputation for developing young talent and building competitive teams is expected to benefit Leverkusen’s dynamic squad, which includes the exciting Super Eagles duo of Boniface and Tella.
Expressing his enthusiasm for the new role, Ten Hag spoke to the former Bundesliga champions.
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“Bayer are one of the best clubs in Germany and also among the top clubs in Europe. The club offers outstanding conditions, and I've been very impressed with the discussions of the management.”
“I've come to Leverkusen to continue with the ambition shown in recent years. It's an attractive challenge to set up something together in this period of change and develop an ambitious team,” he added.
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While Leverkusen enter a new era under Ten Hag, all eyes will be on how the Dutchman shapes the team and helps Boniface and Tella continue their impressive development in the Bundesliga.
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