When Nigerian international striker Victor Boniface completed his transfer to Werder Bremen on the final day of the transfer window, it highlighted a growing Nigerian presence within a Bundesliga squad that has largely flown under the radar.
Boniface joined Bremen on loan from Bayer Leverkusen, seeking more regular playing time after slipping down the pecking order at Leverkusen. At Bremen, he is expected to secure a starting role and will be warmly welcomed by his fellow Nigerian teammates in the squad.
This development gives Nigerian supporters of the Bundesliga an exciting storyline to follow as the season progresses.
Felix Agu
One of the standout Nigerian figures in the Bremen squad is defender Felix Agu, who earned his first cap for the Super Eagles during the Unity Cup held in London earlier this summer.
Born in Osnabrück, Germany, to a Nigerian father and German mother, Agu was included in Nigeria’s squad for the last two 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying matches, although he did not feature on the pitch under coach Eric Chelle.
His ability to operate effectively as a wing-back remains a valuable asset for the national team as they prepare for the final round of qualifiers next month, ahead of the Africa Cup of Nations scheduled for December.
Justin Njinmah
Another Nigerian talent at Bremen is forward Justin Njinmah. Like Agu, Njinmah was born in Germany to a Nigerian father, making him eligible to represent either nation internationally.
At 24 years old, Njinmah has expressed a keen interest in donning the Nigerian jersey if called upon. In an interview with Sport Bild, he praised the quality and competitiveness of the Nigerian national team.
Having already netted once this season, Njinmah is expected to contribute significantly to Bremen’s efforts to maintain their Bundesliga status.
Isaac Schmidt
Swiss international Isaac Schmidt might not always grab headlines, but his middle name, Osas, reflects his Nigerian heritage through his mother, who is from Edo State.
In 2023, Schmidt visited his mother’s hometown in Nigeria, and his social media frequently features Nigerian music and culture, underscoring his strong connection to his Nigerian roots despite representing Switzerland.
Currently on loan from Premier League club Leeds United, Schmidt scored his first goal for Bremen during a thrilling 3-3 draw with Leverkusen just before the international break.
Wesley Adeh
Emerging talent Wesley Adeh has recently been promoted to Werder Bremen’s senior squad, where he plays as a defensive midfielder with great promise.
Born to Nigerian parents, Adeh has represented Germany at various youth levels, including the U17, U18, and currently the U19 teams.
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