Middlesbrough midfielder John Mikel Obi has opened up on his father’s kidnapping ordeal during last summer’s FIFA World Cup tournament in Russia. The former Chelsea player was on duty for the Super Eagles of Nigeria at the FIFA World Cup tournament in Russia while his father was being kidnapped. John Mikel Obi was informed of his father’s kidnap shortly before he led the Super Eagles for their final game in Group D of the tournament. Mikel Obi and Nigeria crashed out of the tournament after they were beaten 2-1 by two-time world champions … [Read more...]
Done deal : Former Chelsea midfielder joins Championship side
Nigeria national team captain and former Chelsea midfielder Mikel Obi is set to complete his move to Championship side Middlesbrough having underwent his medicals today. According to the Sun, the 31-year-old midfielder was in England this morning for his compulsory medical which he reportedly passed. Boro, as they are fondly called, will confirm his signature later tomorrow (Thursday) which will make him the first signing by Boro at the ongoing transfer market. Mikel spent 11 years at Stamford Bridge before he switched to Chinese Super … [Read more...]
Experienced Midfielder Confirms Chelsea Exit With Open Letter On Social Media
Super Eagles captain Mikel Obi has confirmed his move to Chinese Super League club, Tianjin TEDA. The Nigeria international took to the social media to confirmed his exit from Chelsea after spending over a decade at the club. Mikel was frozen from the Blues starting squad since the arrival of Antonio Conte in the summer, and the Italian boss favoured N'Golo Kante, Nemanja Matic, Cesc Fabregas and Nathaniel Chalobah in the midfield ahead of him. The 29-year-old is set to earn a staggering £140,000 a week at the Chinese club. A initial … [Read more...]
Deal Close: Club Set To Launch Move For Chelsea Star
Stoke City are keeping a close eye on Chelsea midfielder Ruben Loftus-Cheek, according to reports. Following reports that the youngster is set for a loan move out of the Stamford Bridge, a host of clubs are said to have registered interest in the midfielder with Stoke City being the latest side to show intent in signing him. The England U-21 midfielder has been hailed for his exceptional qualities coupled with physicality and energy to bust into spaces in the midfield. Antonio Conte had earlier hinted of a possibility of a move for the … [Read more...]
Manager Breaks Silence On Highly Rated Box-to-box Midfielder’s Move To Chelsea
Bayern Munich coach Carlo Ancelotti has debunked reports that Arturo Vidal is moving to Chelsea in the January transfer window. Antonio Conte is believed to be keen on reuniting with Chilean star who was part of the Juventus squad that excelled under the Italian in the Serie A. Conte has helped Chelsea to a comfortable lead on the Premier League table and looks to bring in reinforcements as they push for title in the second half of the season. However, Ancelotti has rubbished linking Vidal to a Stamford Bridge this month. Ancelotti: "Our … [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 … [Read more...]
Chelsea midfielder Hints At Club Exit In January
Chelsea midfielder John Mikel Obi has hinted that he could leave the club in January. The Nigerian has not played a minute for Chelsea this season as he has found it hard to force his way into manager Antonio Conte’s plans. Mikel missed the start of the season because he represented Nigeria at the 2016 Rio Olympics in Brazil where he helped his country win a bronze medal and was not able to show Conte what he could do and with Kante and Matic the preferred choice in midfield Mikel has found it tough to break into the team. Speaking to ESPN … [Read more...]