Mikel Obi Excited, Set for England Return

Former Super Eagles captain and Chelsea FC midfileder, John Mikel Obi, is in talks with West Ham United for a switch back to England.

In a report from Tribal Football, the Nigerian midfielder who is a free agent since March after terminating his contract with Turkish side, Trabzonspor after refusing to play following the COVID-19 outbreak.

The 33-year-old had previously played for Chelsea and Middlesbrough and is also been linked with Championship side, West Brom.

After quitting Trabzonspor, Mikel Obi had been strongly linked with Brazilian sides, Botafogo and Internacional, with the player himself confirming the interest however a return to English football excited Mikel more.