John Obi Mikel CHELSEA Exclusive: Mourinho makes Mo Salah cry + the Blues boss he couldn't stand 

This man’s a chelsea legend. Always smiling, great work ethic, great player

Watching this after we just lost 1 - 0 against Southampton. What a difference in mentality. Hoping we get it back some day...

Mourinho built chelsea's dna,he created winners and when he left most of his players were still there winning because built characters at chelsea

A perfect definition of a team player. The reason why I am Chelsea fan today

He made chealse so popular in Africa, especially in Nigeria

Honestly Micheal Essien was my favourite player at Chelsea...l dont remember him having a bad game...so underrated...Obi Mikel won 11 trophies in 10 years at Chelsea...who can regret that...each year he had a trophy...

Wow thanks for all the positive comments guys. John Obi Mikel is easily one of the best guests we’ve ever had on the show. And he lives in Dubai now, so he’ll be back on again soon!

What an insightful interview, i love the way the hosts asked these questions, Mickel is such a lovely guy, I wish him the very best in life. Football is truly a beautiful sport.

I didn't realise 35 minutes could be that short...An amazing interview it was.

As a Nigerian supporting Arsenal I always secretly wished Chelsea well because of Mikel. He was such a wonderful player to watch both at Chelsea and the National team. I wish him the very best

Beautiful interview. Haven't seen Mikel this animated,. Thank you for the memories and making Nigeria proud. We love you Mikel.

We need a whole series with Mikel. That was pure joy and entertainment.

That season changed my life . My Chelsea predictions from quarter finals got me on radio and changed my life forever

He needs to come back to tell us the story of how he played a world cup/ AFCON match for Nigeria after speaking with kidnappers who were with his Dad, and he didn't show any worry while playing.

This is possibly the best podcast episode I've ever watched, Mikel was not holding anything back, I've learned more about how football clubs are like on the inside from this video than anything I've ever seen before, I so wish this was a 2, 3, 4 even 5 hour video, I'd still watch every second of it.

This is the Chelsea’s DNA. Big team players now we have boyscouts

I love Obi Mikel ! Criminally underrated

Top Man Obi Mikel. Always loved him in Blue now we get the authentic person.

One of the best football interviews I have watched in a long time. It was a very honest conversation and what Mikel said about so many Africans becoming Chelsea fans because of him is the truth. Most of my friends who became serious Chelsea fans became fans because of John Obi Mikel. The hosts did a very nice job, asking difficult questions while making your guest feel at home. Love you guys.

Wow! Wow!! Wow!!! This is indeed one of the greatest interviews have heard in the history of Nigerian players. His analysis is simply pure and genuine. I appreciate your love for your country. You sacrifice your place in Chelsea because of the National call. That was something few people can do. No wonder God blesses you so richly at Chelsea. You can never be forgotten in Chelsea and Nigerian football history. It pained me that you did not win African best that year. You were indeed robbed. God knows best! We love you, Mikel! Great interview. Please bring him back soon.

Good to see this dude again...havent kept up with his life since long ago..brings back alot of memories as a chelsea fun..its funny that John Obi Mikel and Messi once played in one heated youth world cup and even though Messi won i think in penalties, that's when the World learned who is Mikel a because he was like the Man of the tournament,and from there the rest is history...glad to see him still going strong and always smiling..

I liked Obi's attitude towards playing Big Teams. He was always classic in the midfield

My coach always said when a player gets an excessive amount of injuires it's mainly due to them not looking after themsleves or training well. It doesnt suprise me when it comes to Eden Hazard. If you don't train hard enough, the body eventually wears out. He's paying the price at Madrid for not looking after himself.

Genuinely, one of the most underrated players. What a guy❤

Mikel is such a great player,,, a lovely Guy, always have this smiling face 😊💕 the entire Chelsea community love you 🌹💐

My legend. My favorite Chelsea player of all time. So underrated

That squad had the Nigeria, Ivory Coast, England, Ukraine, Czech and German captains. Of course it was brimming with character

Jon Obi is beautiful…. Absolutely amazing human being

Simply legendary stuff, he went to Chelsea when there was no path and left a trace. Best interview I ever watched

The most underrated player ever. He would be the best if he was in this generation

Legend, was privileged to see him the day after this interview in Dubai, I asked for a pic and he agreed, such a humble guy.Thank you Mikel.

What an absolute Chelsea legend he is

I had always loved Chelsea but I started supporting Chelsea fully after they signed Mikel and then I fell in love with the rest of the team and I’ve been a blue with no regrets at all ever since. Thank you legend for being an absolutely amazing player for the blues 💙💙💙

I remember the two years Jon Obi played for Lyn in Oslo. He absolutely wrecked havoc in our league, and he was only a kid. Amazing talent!

John Obi Mikel our own Zidane! Thanks for the memories Mikel!

I’m an Arsenal fan and lucky to be a Nigerian, wow 😮... great interview I have ever watch , honesty on another level. Mikel need to write his own book 📚

My country and club legend..Mikel history will forever remember you... #Silent Assasin

As a Manchester united fan I adore Jon Obi Mikel what a player!

What a player. Absolute icon of this club. I loved when he laughed at “Graham Potter” too 😭😭

It's always a pleasure listening to Mikel. Can Mikel come on as a sports analyst? We definitely need to see and hear more of this guy!

we really love this interview from Nigeria. please interview more Nigeria Players like Victor Moses Osimeh from Napoli. thank u so much.

This was my Chelsea. Talented, determined, professional, hardworking and strong leadership. Gods we were glorious then.

Classy guy, class player, crazy how underrated he is and was 💙💙💙💙💙💙

Mikel and Drogba is the reason why i became a Chelsea fan💙

Didn’t want this interview to finish. Top top guy

Mikel and Essien were beasts at chelsea

That Chelsea isn't the same today. Sad...Michael Essien, Didier Drogba, Obi Mikel (it used to be hilarious how Obi would still look for someone to pass the ball to score even if he was left with the goalkeeper! But great midfielder), Peter Cech, Lampard, Eden Hazard,,,man!

How I wish this clip would be shown to our current players so they could see and learn how to win.

John Obi❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

Am very impressed about mikel obi he is a genius and a true legend for Chelsea thanks for the interview and see you again

Mo Salah and Kevin DeBruyne are simple examples of giving players time.

I can't believe how much I enjoyed listening to mikel speak....what an insightful interview. 😁

Growing up in 2006, 2007, 2008, everyone wants to be the Mikel in the street team. Great player for club and country.

Incredible. I never really knew that Obi Mikel speaks. I thought he just sat in the hole making tackles. I never saw him doing much with the spoken word but it turns out he's got quite a lot to say.

One of the most underrated players of all time!!!! Just loved every bit of it. Hope there is longer one soon . Am true United fan .. felt goosebumps on the pre contract talk with fergie scene Phew… what a moment! And yes we don’t talk about essein a lot. Humble .. a joy .. and great human being job obi mikel!

Absolute Legend, thank you and good luck with your future John 👍

This was an amazing interview with an oft overlooked member of that core Chelsea squad. Definitely need to have him back! Great work with the questions and flow of the interview.

What a Wonderful🎉 interview...Mikel, I love the way you were been truthful in response to those questions. You win my heart more. You're a GREAT Player🎉

Lovely interview, never seen John this animated. I was sad when he was robbed of the African Player of the year.

God I miss the old Chelsea 💔

I never imagined Mikel could speak this good I didn't want this interview to stop.. keep going guys

A Nigerian Legend🇳🇬🙌🏿

What a Legend! Thanks for the Memories Mikel 👊🏼🔵

Lovely chap, great servant to our club, and very enjoyable interview.

As an Arsenal fan must say great interview he gave great insight to those classic Chelsea teams

He was one of my favourites Chelsea players Obi Mikel. Lovely guy

This interview is the best ever, Mikel is a true legend of the game

John Obi Mikel. Proper Chelsea legend 💯💙👍

I left Barcelona to support Chelseafc, because of Mikel.

The era that I became a Chelsea supporter . seeing that Chelsea team play was something else 💙

Man I’d love to listen more Roman’s outrage at the training ground. I think even the media didnt know about this.

The energy and excitement during this interview is on a whole differerent level. We need a part 2 of this. Great interview!!!

He's very truthful. Mikel Obi I respect u 🙏

This is an interview I never knew I needed. I enjoyed every bit of it.

Damn I never wanted it to end. Absolutely brilliant interview. I need more from Jon Mikel Obi In terms of achievements, I believe he's maybe only second to Samuel Eto'o as an African player in the past 20 years. What a player. What a career. Should write a book about his time in football in the next few years

One of the best interviews I have ever listen What a lovely gentleman man@mikel john obi

I think Michael Essein is the world 🌎 best player. Every underrated 😢

Well-done guys! Excellent interview. Really enjoyed it & did not want it to end (from a Liverpool fan)

Essien was a machine its because he had bad injury like Kante now. Essien was a upgrade to Makelele. Most of our Chelsea ballers never got the credit they deserve because even him was a legend but ppl talk more about Henry and Veirra like they the only players playing. Look at Lampard xavi intesta or no 1 had nothing over him but a world cup

The interview is just too good . Wonderful!

One of rhe best interviews out there period And such a humble and respectful guy he is the nigerean legend he was an absolute beast and we did enjoy his talent

One of the best interviews I’ve watched in my life. Thank you for this 💙

Very honest interview by Mikel. He's a legend

Great interview John Obi Mike. Thanks a lot for nailing this interview its just great to see you happy and healthy. Thank you so much for your honest opinion about the Bison, another great player such as you. Ghana is proud of you our Nigerian brother.

Wow.... This is powerful interview. Mikel I'm proud of you.

Wow I m reliving as i m listening this insight alongside

Wow.. what a lovely interview. I love Mikel too much . He is a great football player and honestly, I joined Chelsea fan base because of this guy.

Bring him back! This was so wonderful ♥️

Nigerian and Arsenal fan here. Glad Mikel is getting this love in the CS. Played his best under Jose.

How did I ever miss this interview. Really enjoyed it

You can't but love Mikel.

Seriously mikel is a living legend cus i realy enjoyed his play at chelsea this man was an engin block

Not sure people know how good this guy was as a youth player. e was on Messi's level at that U20 world cup in 2005. Mourinho changed his game and the rest is history. I think he would have been a lot like KDB is today.

Top notch interview! Mikel is a charismatic individual and interviews extremely well.

Once you have JT in front of you, you’re going to war!! … I miss the old school Chelsea… all warriors. Ashley Cole & them. Never say die type of players.

Get him again really enjoyed the interview

Respect. John Obi Mike speak so well. Enjoyed the interview

Loved loved loved this interview!

Great interview You folks had fun It was more of a conversation, great hosts and lovely guest too Thumbs up 👍🏾

Most technical gifted Nigerian player I have seen. You only talked about the 2013 robbery but 2005 under 21 was also a robbery , because at that level you were a class apart. Thanks for all sacrifices you did for the national team, especially when your father was kidnapped. Do have a wonderful life after football