John Obi Mikel close to Chelsea exit

Nigerian international John Obi Mikel is set to call quits on his nine-year long Chelsea career, according to reports.

The talented midfielder has struggled to force himself into the first-team following the arrival of the likes of Nemanja Matic and Cesc Fabregas to Stamford Bridge.

Having been limited to just six starts last season, the midfielder enforcer is expected to seek a fresh challenge away from the Blues.

According to The Sun, Mikel is ready to end his Blues career by joining Turkish giants Fenerbahce in the coming days.