Mikel John Obi: Biography, Facts and Career
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Mikel John Obi ( ; 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. In 2006, he made a controversial transfer to English club Chelsea after Manchester United claimed they had already signed him. He stayed with Chelsea for 11 years where he won multiple titles, including two Premier League titles, four FA Cups, and the 2011–12 Champions League. After leaving Chelsea, he had brief stints at Tianjin TEDA, Middlesbrough, Trabzonspor, Stoke City and Kuwait SC. In a 14-year international career between 2005 and 2019, he played 91 times for Nigeria, scoring six goals. He went to five Africa Cup of Nations tournaments (winning in 2013), two World Cups, and won a bronze medal at the Olympics in 2016.
Quick facts about Mikel John Obi
- Full name: Mikel John Obi
- Born: 1987-04-22
- Nationality: Nigeria
- Known as: Athlete
- Wikidata ID: Q166984
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Who is Mikel John Obi?
Mikel John Obi ( ; 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.
What nationality is Mikel John Obi?
Mikel John Obi is Nigeria.
When was Mikel John Obi born?
Mikel John Obi was born on 1987-04-22.
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