Rangers star Leon Balogun reacts to Ademola Lookman’s Atalanta message
Rangers defender Leon Balogun has responded to a message posted by Atalanta forward Ademola Lookman.
Lookman has enjoyed a stellar campaign for Gian Piero Gasperini’s men, notching 19 goals and six assists in 39 appearances across all competitions.
The former Everton man has scored in each of his last two Serie A outings, including the opening goal in a 2-1 win over Roma on Monday, 12 May.
Atalanta now sit third in the Italian top-flight, six points adrift of second-place Inter with just two games remaining.
Rangers ace Balogun and Aston Villa man respond to Lookman message
Having previously represented the likes of Leicester, Fulham, and Everton, Lookman’s exploits in Serie A have attracted attention from Arsenal, who have sent scouts to watch the Nigeria international.
| Ademola Lookman stats | All competitions 2024/25 |
| Appearances | 39 |
| Goals | 19 |
| Assists | 6 |
Meanwhile, after scoring in Atalanta’s win over Roma, the 27-year-old wrote on Instagram [13 May]: “Recently” alongside a football emoji, showing that he has enjoyed his recent run of good form.
The post attracted likes from both Rangers defender Balogun and Aston Villa midfielder Ross Barkley.
Balogun could be set to stay at Rangers
The Light Blues are set to endure a summer of change as 49ers Enterprises continue to close in on their takeover of the Scottish Premiership giants.
Rangers will be determined to get their next managerial appointment right, while current Real Madrid assistant Davide Ancelotti remains firmly in the frame.
Meanwhile, Balogun’s contract at Ibrox is set to expire this summer, and he could leave Glasgow on a free transfer if he does not renew his terms.
The 36-year-old remains a key figure at Rangers and featured in both legs as Barry Ferguson’s men took on Athletic Bilbao in the Europa League quarter-finals.
Former Hibernian and Scotland goalkeeper Alan Rough has suggested that the Bears should renew the Nigeria international’s contract ahead of next season.
The ex-Brighton man has featured in both of the Light Blues’ last two fixtures, including an Old Firm clash with Celtic on 4 May, which finished in a 1-1 draw.