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Sep 2024
42m 12s

Victor Osimhen exclusive: The inside sto...

John Obi Mikel and Chris McHardy
About this episode

Chelsea great John Obi Mikel lifts the lid on what REALLY happened on transfer deadline day as his former club chased the signature of Victor Osimhen.


Just how involved was he trying to lure his fellow Nigerian to Stamford Bridge? How close was the deal? And what now that Osimhen is off to Galatasaray?

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