John Obi Mikel: Middlesbrough clinch short-term deal for former Chelsea midfielder
Former Chelsea midfielder John Obi Mikelhas joined Middlesbrough until the end of the season.The Nigeria international becomes Boro’s second signing of the January window.John Obi Mikel has signed a short-term deal at Middlesbrough1
John Obi Mikel has signed a short-term deal at Middlesbrough
Mikel, 31, won two Premier League titles and three FA Cups, as well as the Champions League, Europa League and League Cup during a 11-year spell at Stamford Bridge.He captained Nigeria at last summer’s World Cup and last played for Tianjin TEDA but had been a free agent since November.Boro boss Tony Pulis told the club’s website: “I’m pleased to get him in.  “He is a man with a lot of experience and quality.“He has a winning mentality and he wants to be here to be a part of what we are looking to achieve.”Pulis’ men are fifth in the Championship, six points behind second-placed Norwich City.
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