Bayer 04 Leverkusen – facing Victor Boniface’s departure – may be preparing to sign Irish striker Evan Ferguson as a replacement. This is reported by, among others, transfer expert Ronan

A POSSIBLE MOVE for Brighton and Hove Albion’s Evan Ferguson has emerged, according to Sky Sports News’ Mark McAdam. He is reporting that the Ireland international is being pursued by Bundesliga club Bayer Leverkusen.

Bayer Leverkusen's Victor Boniface was left out of training on Tuesday as German media reports linked the striker with a move to Saudi Arabian club Al-Nassr, with manager Xabi Alonso saying negotiations for the player's transfer were ongoing.

Xabi Alonso has confirmed negotiations for Victor Boniface's exit are ongoing after the forward was left out of Bayer Leverkusen training on Tuesday, ahead of their Champions League clash with Sparta Prague.

Victor Boniface is absent from training as Bayer Leverkusen negotiates his potential exit, with links to Al-Nassr amid Champions League preparations.