“It’s now time for me to leave Chelsea” – Mikel Obi confirms Galatasaray move

Super Eagles midfielder John Mikel Obi, has admitted that he will leave Chelsea this summer for Galatasaray.

In the past few weeks, the Blues player has been linked with a move to the Turkish champions, who have reportedly made him their number one transfer target.

It is believed that Jose Mourinho has also told the 26-year-old Nigeria international, that he doesn’t feature in his plans at Stamford Bridge.

“I have played at Chelsea for a long time and it’s now time for me to leave,” Mikel told Sabah.

“I’m still only 26 and it’s great to receive an offer from a club [Galatasaray] playing Champions League football and doing well in the competition.”

Galatasaray will be ready to pay more than £7million for Obi, although Chelsea may demand up to £10million. The player is expecting that to be settled soon.

“Talks have reached an advanced level between Chelsea and Galatasaray. Chelsea won’t make the move difficult and regarding my salary there won’t be a problem. All that is left is for the clubs to reach an agreement.”

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