Skysports.com
understands that John Obi Mikel has signed a new long-term contract
with Chelsea.
The Nigerian midfielder has been with the Blues since joining
from Lyn Oslo in 2006 after a protracted and controversial transfer
saga.
He has since established himself as a key player for Chelsea and
earned particularly good reviews for his performances last season,
when he had to take on more responsibility in the absence through
injury of
Michael Essien.
Mikel's deal had been set to expire next year, leading to
speculation that he could be set to leave Stamford Bridge.
However, agent
John Shittu revealed earlier this week that Mikel was ready to commit
his future to Chelsea by penning a new five-year deal.
And it is believed that the 22-year-old has now done just that
to give the Blues a boost ahead of the new Premier League
campaign.
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