News about John Obi Mikel

Former Chelsea midfielder John Obi Mikel has urged Manchester United's hierarchy to consider Aston Villa's head coach Unai Emery as a potential successor to Michael Carrick, describing the Spanish tactician as a 'tactical genius'.

Former Chelsea midfielder John Obi Mikel has urged manager Xabi Alonso to find ways to involve Estevao more in the team's setup, warning that the club risks losing one of its most gifted young talents.

Former Chelsea midfielder John Obi Mikel has given an unexpected and candid assessment of Jordan Henderson's performances for the London club. His comments come in the wake of a stunning display by the 36-year-old midfielder, whose brace helped Chelsea secure an emphatic 5-1 victory over Bournemouth.

Chelsea legend John Obi Mikel has called for support for Xabi Alonso, stating that the Spanish manager is building something special at Stamford Bridge. The former midfielder spoke up following the Blues' convincing 5-1 win over Bournemouth in the Premier League.

Former Chelsea midfielder John Obi Mikel is far from pleased with Arsenal's title-winning campaign in the 2025/26 season, alleging that the team employed illegal tactics during corner kicks.

John Obi Mikel believes one of Chelsea's biggest mistakes this summer was not finding a replacement for Enzo Fernandez, who moved to Manchester City for £125 million. The former midfielder feels the impact of this decision is especially noticeable given Moises Caicedo's injury.

Former Chelsea star John Obi Mikel believes Manchester United will secure the signing of Crystal Palace midfielder Adam Warton in 2027.

Former Chelsea midfielder and club legend John Obi Mikel has made an emotional and scathing statement towards Enzo Fernandez following the Argentine's record transfer to Manchester City.

Former Chelsea midfielder John Obi Mikel has taken a swipe at ex-manager Enzo Maresca. The Italian coach had previously refrained from referring to Chelsea as his former club, earning criticism from John Terry, and now he’s faced further ridicule from another Blues legend.

John Obi Mikel has urged Michael Carrick to drop Harry Maguire from Manchester United's starting XI. The former Chelsea midfielder slammed the 33-year-old defender following a 0-2 defeat to Hull in the opening round of the Premier League.