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‘Balogun is a top player’ – Rangers boss Gerrard lauds Super Eagles defender

Rangers manager Steven Gerrard has hailed the club’s summer signing Leon Balogun as a top player.

The 32-year-old joined the Gers in July after parting ways with Championship side Wigan Athletic following their relegation to League One.

The Super Eagles defender immediately hit the ground, walking straight into the Gers’ starting XI in their opening league game of the season against Aberdeen.

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The centre-back shone in the encounter, helping the Ibrox Stadium outfit keep a clean sheet as they secured a victory in the game.

Balogun’s solid defensive showings in the match earned him a place in the Scottish Premiership Team of the Week.