Derek Ferguson urges Leon Balogun to leave Rangers despite strong form

By Dayo Awoniyi

Rangers legend Derek Ferguson has advised defender Leon Balogun to consider leaving the club, despite his recent strong performances.

Ferguson, while acknowledging Balogun’s solid displays since his return, expressed concerns over the 36-year-old’s injury record and age, which he believes could hinder his ability to maintain consistent form for the club.

“Balogun has done terrifically well since coming back in, but he’s 36 and injury-prone,” Ferguson told Ibrox News.

“He’s a good player, but is he someone Rangers should be looking to tie down? No.”

Ferguson, who has been a prominent figure in Rangers’ history, praised Balogun’s contributions during his two spells at Ibrox but suggested that it may be time for the Nigerian defender to move on.

Balogun initially joined Rangers in 2020, left for Queens Park Rangers in 2022, and returned to Ibrox in 2023, where he signed a contract extension last season.