John Obi Mikel of Chelsea today hit a milestone after replacing Spanish Midfielder Cesc Fabregas in the Boxing day tie against Watford at Stamford Bridge.
Chelsea’s Nigerian midfielder made his 350th appearance for the blues today when returnee interim manager Guus Hiddink gave him a chance to replace Cesc Fabregas in the 2-2 home draw against Watford.
Mikel Joined Chelsea in 2006 from Lyn Oslo amidst some controversy but as since gone on to establish himself as one of the longest serving Chelsea players in recent history.
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Mikel Obi has not been as busy as most players in the current squad but he must be doing something right in training as Manager after manager as kept him in the squad.
The midfielder as won The Europa Cup, The Champions League, two League Cups, two Premier League titles, and four FA Cup trophies.
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