Player name: Leon Aderemi Balogun

• Nationality: Nigerian (also eligible for Germany and Ireland through descent)
• Date of birth: 28 June 1988
• Place of birth: Berlin, West Germany
• Position: Centre-back / Defender
• Height: 1.86 m (6 ft 1 in)

Club career (selected clubs):

• Fortuna Düsseldorf II (early career)
• Wuppertaler SV
• Schalke 04 II
• SV Darmstadt 98
• Hannover 96
• SV Werder Bremen
• Brighton & Hove Albion (English Premier League)
• Wigan Athletic (loan)
• FC Rangers (Scotland)
• Queens Park Rangers (QPR)
• Note: club affiliations can change; this list highlights notable stops in his career.

International career with Nigeria:

• Made his debut for the Nigeria national team (the Super Eagles) in 2014.
• Participated in major tournaments including the 2018 FIFA World Cup and the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).
• Known as a dependable central defender and occasional captain/leader figure in the squad.

Playing style and strengths:

• Composed on the ball with good passing range for a centre-back.
• Strong in aerial duels and physical defending.
• Good leadership and organizational skills at the back.

Additional notes: Leon Balogun has been recognized for his professionalism and versatility across top European leagues. For the most current club, appearance, and goal statistics, consult the latest club or national team sources as transfers and records update over time.