Official : Leon Balogun Joins Mainz On A Three - Year Deal

Published: June 19, 2015

Through official channels, Bundesliga side Mainz 05 have announced the hiring of Nigeria national - teamer Leon Balogun on a three - year deal.

After assisting SV Darmstadt 98 gain promotion to the top flight at the end of last season, the German - born defender was rewarded with a new deal but turned down the offer as he preferred a move to the Coface Arena.

In his first words after signing the contract, Balogun told Mainz official website : “I look forward to the task ahead. Mainz 05 has established itself in recent years in the Bundesliga. I would like also.

“That’s a very good opportunity for me. I am very pleased and proud to be part of the future of the club.”

Leon Balogun previously had stints with Hannover 96, Werder Bremen and Fortuna Dusseldorf.

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