Leon Balogun is a German-Nigerian defender who currently plays for Fortuna Düsseldorf. He was born on 28 June 1988 in Berlin, Germany.
Leon started his youth career at Hertha BSC Berlin, later joining Hertha Zehlendorf. In 2007 Balogun penned his first professional contract with Türkiyemspor Berlin. During the 2007/2008 season he took part in 29 games and scored 4 goals.
In 2008 Leon moved to Hannover 96. During his 2008-2010 spell at the club he registered 34 appearances, being a part of the reserve team. In 2010 Balogun joined SV Werder Bremen, where he played for the reserves. From 2010 to 2012 the defender made 49 outings and netted 4 goals for SV Werder Bremen II.
In 2012 Leon Balogun signed for Fortuna Düsseldorf.
On 5 March 2014 Balogun debuted for Nigeria national team in a friendly match against Mexico.
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