Former Super Eagles captain, John Obi Mikel has disclosed that he is trying to ‘push Victor Osimhen to join Chelsea’ as opposed to PSG and Manchester United.Â
Victor Osimhen reportedly signed a fresh deal with the Italian outfit in December which will keep him at the club up until 2026.Â
It was gathered that the 25-year-old who now has a release clause in his contract that is worth around £104million-£113m, has Chelsea as one of the several clubs in Europe’s top leagues who have been interested in signing him.
Former Chelsea footballer Mikel claimed that he has urged Osimhen to ignore PSG and Man United and follow in his footsteps to join the London club.Â
When asked whether there was a chance Osimhen could move to Chelsea, Mikel noted, “I think there is genuine interest between both. I think he loves the club, he wants to come to the club. Obviously, he wants to follow my footsteps as a Nigerian player who has played for Chelsea.
On a lighter note, the Chelsea legend stated jokingly; ‘I’m still Osimhen’s agent, trying to get him to Chelsea! I’ve got 20 per cent of that deal, so I hope it works out!’
Meanwhile, Mikel, who won 89 caps for Nigeria during his playing career, moved to Chelsea in 2006 from Norwegian side Lyn.
The defensive midfielder would go on to make 372 matches across all competitions for the Blues, winning two Premier League titles, four FA Cups and the Champions League in 2012.Â
