The Nigerian center forward, who has broken his cruciate ligament twice in his career, underwent three rounds of physical tests yesterday, the last one with his trusted orthopedist, who was called back from vacation. They were not enough: the verdict will be in today.

The verdict on Victor Boniface’s medical examinations has been postponed. The three visits organized by Milan yesterday were not enough: new tests are scheduled for today. This Saturday will not only be the start of the championship. Clearly, there is a desire to see things clearly: Boniface has had two cruciate ligament operations and has missed several games in the last two seasons due to muscle problems.

The day and the visits—  Victor Boniface landed at Linate airport at 2:49 p.m. and arrived at the “La Madonnina” nursing home at around 3:20 p.m. for the usual medical examinations. At 5 p.m., he moved to the Ambrosiano Center to obtain his sports clearance. So far, everything normal. However, Milan subjected him to further medical tests at the Galeazzi Hospital, which specializes in orthopedics, with a trusted orthopedist from the club, who was called back from vacation for the occasion. At around 8:30 p.m., Victor left. Was it all over? No, a fourth episode will be necessary, scheduled for this morning. An unprecedented series of investigations. Boniface remains in suspense…