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“I’ve been chasing him all summer” – Super Eagles star gets positive reviews

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“I’ve been chasing him all summer” – Super Eagles star gets positive reviews

The German-born Nigerian star has returned to English soccer after two years away and his new supervisor is glad to have him

Queens Park Rangers coach, Michael Beale has praised Leon Balogun as a participant with an ‘elite normal’ and one he actually admires.

Beale commented on his newest recruit, Balogun whom he labored with when he was assistant to Steven Gerrard at Rangers.

The Englishman drastically respects the previous Mainz defender and by no means passes on a chance to disclose his admiration of his character.

“I’m delighted with this one – I’ve been chasing him all summer season,” he mentioned.

“He had plenty of presents so it’s nice we have now been capable of get him. He comes right here on the again of two years at Rangers. He was completely implausible within the season we gained the league and final season he made 37 appearances within the group that gained the Scottish Cup and reached the Europa League Last.

“He has bought large quantities of expertise, has performed within the Premier League and Bundesliga as effectively and I’m delighted now with the power we have now defensively.”

Beale can also be an enormous fan of the defender’s composure outdoors the pitch and mentioned it’s a particular trait.

“I like the way in which he carries himself. He’s a really particular particular person by way of his character.

“He has bought elite requirements and I’ve seen that first hand.”

Soccernet had reported Balogun’s transfer to Queen’s Park Rangers on Friday after feedback made by the coach of the aspect way back to June.