17.03.2020 - 14:52 | Source: TRT Spor/TM.com.tr | Reading Time: 1 mins

"I don't feel comfortable"

John Obi Mikel criticizes Süper Lig - Trabzonspor annul contract

John Mikel Obi is no longer under contract at Trabzonspor. The Süper Lig club and the midfielder mutually consented to end their working relationship. The 32-year-old former Chelsea midfielder signed a two-year contract plus an option for an additional year at Trabzonspor last summer.

Stats J. Obi Defensive Midfield Career stats –

All competitions Games 456 Goals 11 Assists 18

The reason for the contract termination was Mikel's Süper Lig criticism on Instagram. Obi criticized the Süper Lig for continuing the season amidst the Coronavirus pandemic. "There is more to life than football," Obi said in his Instagram post. "I do not feel comfortable and don't want to play football in this situation. Everyone should be home with their families and loved ones in this critical time. Season should be cancelled as the world is facing such turbulent times."

Market Value J. Obi Defensive Midfield $ 1.32 m 1.32

Turkey is one of the few countries where the 2019/20 season continues. Games are currently played behind closed doors, and it is not planned to suspend the season. Obi received support from Galatasaray striker Falcao. "You are right, John," Falcao wrote underneath Obi's post. "Life is more important than football." Didier Drogba also commented, calling Obi's post "words of wisdom."

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