AFCON 2025
Cyprus will be home to former Super Eagles defender Leon Balogun for the next 12 months as he continues his normadic football career.
Leon Balogun joins former Cyprus champions Aris Limassol on a free transfer after his contract at Glasgow Rangers expired at the end of last season.
Aris Limassol announed the arrival of Balogun at the club via a statement on its Instagram page on Friday.
“Aris Limassol announces the signing of German-Nigerian defender Leon Balogun on a one-year contract!”
“The 36-year-old central defender, joins as a free agent following the completion of his contract with Rangers FC in Scotland.”
“Balogun is a player with extensive experience in top-tier leagues such as the English Premier League and the German Bundesliga, as well as appearances at the 2018 FIFA World Cup. To get to know our new defender better, follow the link in our stories.”
“We welcome Leon to our team and wish him every success in the Aris shirt”.
The 36-year-old central defender joins the 2022/2023 Cyprus champions as his 10th club having featured for Hannover, Werder Bremen, Hannover, Mainz, Brighton Hoves Albion, Wigan and Rangers (two spells).
Leon Balogun leaves Glasgow Rangers with three trophies including one Scottish Premier League title, and one Scottish Cup and League Cup titles.
