Arsenal legend Robert Pires said he would have had a football career at Real Madrid but it failed to happen because of former manager, Arsene Wenger. Pires joined Arsenal from Marseille 18 years ago admitted to have been pictured to have been wearing a Real Madrid shirt before meeting the Frenchman. He said a call he made to Wenger two days after some journalist took a picture of him amidst interest from Madrid was all that convinced him to England. Although, he disclosed that his decision to snub Madrid was an uncomfortable one for those around him at that time but he ended up not regretting his decision. He praised the quality of the French manager, adding that he was lucky to have played under him, winning four trophies and reached a Champions League … [Read more...]
Drogba Reveals What He Told Mikel About Chelsea Future
Former Chelsea striker Didier Drogba has revealed that he told Mikel Obi to leave Chelsea in favour of a switch to Olympique Marseille. Drogba joined Chelsea from the Ligue 1 side in 2004 and went on to become of a legend at the Stamford Bridge as a result of his multiple title-winning feats for the club. However, the Blues hero has now warned Super Eagles Skipper, Mikel Obi about leaving the club to join his former club in France. ” Mikel will find relevance at Marseille, I told him how well I was treated during my time there and above all it will help him stay close to his family”, Drogba allegedly told RAC1. ” Marseille are not doing badly this season and Mikel’s experience will come in handy in helping them finish the season on a high”. Mikel has … [Read more...]