John Mikel Obi
Botafogo sign another former Chelsea star
Brazilian club Botafogo has opted to sign another ex-Chelsea star Salomon Kalou after been heavily linked to former Nigeria international John Mikel Obi
Newly promoted Serie A club interested in signing ex-Super Eagles skipper
Newly-promoted Italian Serie A club Benevento has expressed interest in signing former Super Eagles captain, John Mikel Obi, this summer.
Ogenyi Onazi sets the record straight on ‘rift’ with Mikel Obi
Ogenyi Onazi has refuted reports that he fell out with his former national team captain John Mikel Obi before he left the team.
Ogenyi Onazi: How I made Trabzonspor sign Anthony Nwakaeme, Mikel Obi
Super Eagles midfielder Eddy Ogenyi Onazi has revealed his role in Trabzonspors signing of compatriots John Mikel Obi and striker Anthony Nwakaeme.
Mikel Agu: I was not short of offers despite missing the World Cup
Nigeria midfielder Mikel Agu says missing the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia was a big blow for him, but he regretted his underwhelming performance in the qualifying game against Zambia.
Mikel Obi donates food items to the needy in Jos
“Together we can all help. Today in Jos. Where I grew up,” reads a post on his Instagram page with pictures of the items and a banner of Mikel wearing a Nigerian jersey.
Joseph Yobo denies tagging Alex Iwobi as inconsistent performer
Super Eagles assistant Coach Joseph Yobo has denied reports credited to him that Alex Iwobi is not good enough for Super Eagles’ number ten role.
Super Eagles skipper lauds spouse for special birthday treat
Former Super Eagles captain John Mikel Obi has thanked everyone, including his partner Olga Dyachenko for giving him a special surprise bash on his 33rd birthday.
CAF, Chelsea celebrate Mikel Obi at 33
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) and Premier League giants Chelsea have sent birthday greetings to former Super Eagles skipper John Mikel Obi who clocks 33 years on Wednesday.
Moses Simon: Ahmed Musa the fastest Super Eagles player
Super Eagles Forward, Moses Simon has named Al Nassr of Saudi Arabia forward Ahmed Musa as the fastest player in the Super Eagles of Nigeria.
Internacional join Brazilian rivals Botafago in race to sign Mikel Obi
Internacional have joined Botafago in the race to sign former Super Eagles captain John Mikel Obi.
Dosu Joseph slams former Nigeria skipper Mikel Obi
Legendary Nigerian midfielder John Obi Mikel has been slammed by his compatriot Dosu Joseph.
Mikel Obi confirms Botafago interest
Former Chelsea midfielder John Mikel Obi has confirmed that he is in talks with Botafogo about a possible move to the Rio de Janeiro club.
Botafago offer Mikel Obi 18-month contract worth $2 million
According to information from ESPN journalist Jorge Nicola, on his YouTube channel, Botafogo have offered Mikel higher values than what he received at his last club, Trabzonspor of Turkey.
Mikel Obi set to join Brazilian club Botafago
The Rio de Janeiro club began preliminary talks with Mikel’s representatives last month after aborting their pursuit of former Manchester City midfielder Yaya Toure.
Mikel Obi in talks with Brazilian side Botafogo
It is not easy for Mikel, but Yahoo Sports suggests that he could be closing in on a deal with the Brazilian team.
Mikel Obi set to return to England after Trabzonspor’s exit
John Mikel Obi is considering a return to England after severing ties with Turkish Super Lig club Trabzonspor.
Trabzonspor faults Mikel Obi over coronavirus claim
Trabzonspor has slammed their former Nigerian midfielder John Mikel Obi over comments he made on the club and Turkish authorities handling of the coronavirus outbreak.
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