Former Super Eagles midfielder John Obi Mikel has revealed that his family wanted him to join Manchester United instead of Chelsea.
Mikel #39;s transfer to Chelsea in 2006 would rank as one of the most high profile transfer soap operas involving a Nigerian player.
Manchester United made the first move to sign Mikel after the central midfielder impressed their scouts at the UEFA-CAF Meridian ...
Monday 9 September 2024
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Man Utd or Chelsea? Former Super Eagles midfielder Mikel reveals the club his family wanted him to joinÂ
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