J. Obi Mikel
Manchester United
Premier League

Why John Obi Mikel really chose Chelsea over United

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John Obi Mikel chose Chelsea over Manchester United in a controversial 2006 deal. AFP
John Obi Mikel chose Chelsea over Manchester United in a controversial 2006 deal. AFP
In 2006, Sir Alex Ferguson thought he had secured the talented Nigerian Jon Obi Mikel, but the young player ended up in a Chelsea shirt instead.