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Leon Balogun (right) went off injured in the opening minutes against Hibernian on Saturday Leon Balogun has revealed he is leaving Rangers and expressed his "sadness" that he was not given the opportunity to say goodbye to the club's supporters. The 36-year-old centre-half's contract runs until the end of May, but in an Instagram post, he expressed surprise that he would not be extending his stay with the Scottish Premiership runners-up. Balogun made 30 appearances this season, 21 of them starts, including the final four games under interim head coach Barry Ferguson. "If I would have known that the last two games of the season were my last, I would have made sure to say goodbye to you all accordingly, " he said. 'Gerrard preferred candidate for Rangers job' - gossip Rangers confirm Ferguson will leave manager's role "Unfortunately, I wasn't afforded that opportunity, which saddens me as I would have liked to have walked round Ibrox one last time and returned all the love and support you've given me during my two stints. " Berlin-born Nigeria international Balogun first joined Rangers after leaving Wigan Athletic in 2020. He left for Queens Park Rangers in 2022 but returned to Ibrox after a year with the Championship club. Balogun was initially viewed as back-up on his return but became a regular starter this season as Robin Propper fell out of favour. Announcing his departure, he praised the fans and "people working for the club behind the scenes", adding that it had been an "honour", "privilage" and "pleasure" to play for "this massive club". Visit our Rangers page for all the latest news, analysis and fan views Get Rangers news notifications in the BBC Sport app Leicester referred over alleged EFL financial breach The £100m final Man Utd cannot afford to lose? Premier League reaction: Brighton beat champions Liverpool to keep Europe hopes alive A dramatic retelling of a terrorist attack on UK soil Louis Theroux visits the West Bank to meet Israeli settlers The lifeblood at the heart of every fridge A con artist with multiple fake identities hides a dark past What is still to be decided as season reaches climax? League reconstruction - why, when & what might it look like? Scotland men's internationals to be shown live on BBC Commonwealth Games: Why is it so special to be part of Team Scotland? From titles to tinpottery - rank Scotland's top 10 clubs The £100m final Man Utd cannot afford to lose? F1 Q&A: Is Verstappen winning in an 'inferior car'? Wait goes on as Salah bids to break Premier League records Why Swiatek's reign as 'Queen of Clay' is under threat 'Scheffler's Woods-like mentality should worry chasing pack' 'They now sing England's number one' - Henderson's rise against the odds England bolters, Steward's potential switch & a 'Carewell' How 'Beckham-like' Rice inspired Arsenal win. Video How 'Beckham-like' Rice inspired Arsenal win Mc Ilroy and the 'non-conforming' driver controversy Baltimore scores twice as Chelsea beat Man Utd to secure treble. Video Baltimore scores twice as Chelsea beat Man Utd to secure treble 'Inspirational' Vardy's perfect Leicester parting. Video'Inspirational' Vardy's perfect Leicester parting 'The old place will live on - but this was end of an era for Goodison Park' 'It can't all come from the manager' - Keown on how Arsenal can become winners A tale of nine points & the 99th minute - how Ajax blew title 'This is the year of the underdog - and I love it! ' Palace shock Man City to win first major trophy in their history. Video Palace shock Man City to win first major trophy in their history 'Just get rid of VAR! ' - Rooney baffled by Henderson decision. Video'Just get rid of VAR! ' - Rooney baffled by Henderson decision 'You see ghosts of your mates' - what Goodison means to Everton fans 'That's very cheeky' - was Tebogo 'disrespectful' in Diamond League win? Video'That's very cheeky' - was Tebogo 'disrespectful' in Diamond League win? The team of the year with no games - Scotland women's 'helpless' situation Copyright © 2025 BBC. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. Read about our approach to external linking.