The Chelsea midfielder , who has now officially
changed his name to, Mikel John Obi has revealed
what his coach , Antonio Conte told him before
departing for the Olympics game in Rio.
In a recent interview, the Super Eagles star thanked
Chelsea for giving him permission to go to the Rio
Olympics and said Antonio Conte told him to bring
back a gold medal .
The Nigeria midfielder is aiming to help the ‘ Dream
Team ’ win their second Olympic gold in Brazil, but
did say the decision to choose the games over the
start of the Premier League season was a difficult
one .
‘It is difficult to leave Chelsea at this time,’ he told
the Evening Standard.
‘But I explained to the club why I wanted to go and I
thank them for their understanding and allowing me
to be a part of this .
‘The coach also gave me his blessing . He told me to
make sure I do well and bring back the gold medal .
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