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  1. Mikel John Obi MON (born John Michael Nchekwube Obinna; 22 April 1987), also known as John Obi Mikel, is a Nigerian former professional footballer who played as a defensive midfielder. Mikel began his career with local club Plateau United, before joining Norwegian club Lyn at the age of 17 in 2004.

  2. Date of birth/Age: Apr 22, 1987 (37) Place of birth: Jos. Citizenship: Nigeria. Height: 1,88 m. Position: Defensive Midfield. Former International: Nigeria. Caps/Goals: 89 / 6. Player data. Main position: Defensive Midfield. Other position: Central Midfield. Attacking Midfield. Loading...

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  3. Sep 28, 2022 · John Mikel Obi: Former Nigeria and Chelsea star retires from football - BBC Sport. 28 September 2022. Getty Images. John Mikel Obi celebrates Nigeria's 2013 Africa Cup of Nations...

  4. Sep 27, 2022 · Sep 27, 2022. Mikel John Obi has announced his retirement from football. The former Chelsea midfielder, 35, called an end to his playing career after 18 years as a senior professional. He...

  5. Sep 27, 2022 · The Nigerian midfielder, who played for Chelsea for over a decade and won the Champions League, has retired from football. He thanked his family, clubs, coaches, team-mates and fans for their support and encouragement.

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  7. Sep 27, 2022 · The former Chelsea midfielder and Nigeria captain announced his retirement on Instagram after 20 years of professional career. He won two Premier League titles, the Champions League and three FA Cups with the Blues.

  8. John Mikel Obi gave over a decade of service to the club he joined as a fresh-faced 19-year-old, during which time he won every major honour, as well as an Africa Cup of Nations and a bronze medal at the Rio Olympics with Nigeria. He was renowned for saving his best performances for the big occasion, and his highlight in a Chelsea shirt came on ...