Balogun: Super Eagles Exit Talks Are 'Fake News'

Balogun: Super Eagles Exit Talks Are 'Fake News'

Ibrahim Lateef

Super Eagles defender Leon Balogun has swiftly addressed rumours that he is planning to retire from international football, BSNSports.com.ng has sourced.

The veteran centre-back, who has faced an injury-plagued season with Ibrox, has reaffirmed his commitment to the Nigerian national team, despite having lost his regular spot in the Super Eagles lineup.

Balogun, who made his debut for Nigeria against Mexico in March 2014, has been a key player for the national team alongside former Watford star William Troost-Ekong for several years.

He played a significant role in their qualification for the 2018 FIFA World Cup and in securing a third-place finish at the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations.

In an exclusive interview with Flashscore, he stated, “These claims are false. I think I clarified this recently. I apologize if I come off as harsh, but the information is out there. Those claims are, how do we say nowadays? Fake news.”

Balogun lost his place in the starting eleven to West Brom defender Semi Ajayi during Nigeria's match against Ivory Coast last year, as previous head coach Jose Peseiro opted for a new strategy.