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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.
John Obi Mikel is a former defensive midfielder who played for Chelsea, Manchester United, Lyn and Kuwait SC. He won the Premier League, the Champions League, the Europa League and the FA Cup with Chelsea, and represented Nigeria 89 times.
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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...
Sep 28, 2022 · Former Nigeria international John Mikel Obi has retired from football at the age of 35, declaring himself "very satisfied with all I was able to achieve" during 18 years in the game.
Sep 27, 2022 · Chelsea legend John Mikel Obi has today officially announced his retirement from football. The Nigerian, who played a key role as the Blues secured a first Champions League trophy in 2012, made the announcement on his personal Instagram account having most recently been with Kuwait SC.
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.
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 ...
