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Is Mikel Obi The Most Decorated/Successful Nigerian Footballer? Photo Gallery

Following a spectacular display at the FIFA Under-20 World Cup Championships held in the Netherlands which saw Nigeria narrowly lost to Messi's Argentina at the finals in 2005.
Mikel rise to stardom was inevitable as top clubs in Europe begin to fight for his signature, the brawl became stiff and narrowed down to the two Premiership giants Manchester United and Chelsea.

After a lot of curt cases Mikel later joined his dream club Chelsea under the head coach José Morinho as at that time.
Mikel who was known for his attacking midfielder role was later converted by coach José Morinho to a more defensive role which saw Mikel barely going forward unless on special occasions. He however became famous for this role as he became formidable and strong to opponents and a rock in Chelsea midfield which made the team stronger.
Mikel went on to win numerous awards and trophies for both club and country. See titles below:

2 English Champion
2015 Premier League
2010 Premier League

4  English FA Cup winner
2012 FA Cup
2010 FA Cup
2009 FA Cup
2007 FA Cup

2 Champions League runner-up
11/12 UEFA Champions League
07/08 UEFA Champions League

2 English League Cup winner
2015 League Cup
2007 League Cup

1 English League Cup runner-up
07/08 League Cup

1  Champions League winner
11/12 UEFA Champions League

1 Africa Cup winner
2013 Africa Cup of Nations 2013

1 Europa League winner
12/13 Europa League

1 Olympic Bronze Winner
2016 Rio Olympics Men's Soccer

Net worth
According to a study by a French
publication, Footendirect, Mikel's net worth is said to be at £75,000, which lists him as the 8th richest in Africa and 3rd in Nigeria as a footballer.
Stargist highlighted that the star earns $5.8 million per year playing for Chelsea.

Talking about being successful the Chelsea star seems to be be enjoying his life off the pitch in a very cozy and rich style, Mikel owns a massive mansion in London, his London home has some luxurious interior, he owns a Bentley Continental GT (worth a whooping about N35m), Mercedes G Wagon, Black Mercedes G 500 and a Range Rover Sport, But he loves to chill not only in expensive cars but with bicycles too.

Mikel has found love with Olga, a russian model from a wealthy background and they both have two lovely baby twin, Olga was recently thrown a nice birthday party with friends and family Mikel also spends time playing with his dogs, He often hangs out with Nigerian entertainers too.

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