Mikel, Essien Reacts As John Terry Retires From Football

Super Eagles captain, John Mikel Obi and former Ghanaian player, Michael Essien have reacted to the decision of Chelsea legend, John Terry to retire from football.

Terry had been reported to have announced on Sunday evening that he wanted to retire from football, via his Instagram page.

Mikel and Essien, who played alongside Terry for many years at Chelsea, congratulated the former centre-back, adding that it was an honour to have played alongside the 37-year-old.

“Congratulations on a fantastic career old boy! Good luck for whatever’s next! #CaptainLeaderLegend,“Mikel Twitted on his official Twitter page

Congratulations on a fantastic career old boy! Good luck for whatever's next! #CaptainLeaderLegend pic.twitter.com/3dMSSEWE0d

— Mikel John Obi (@mikel_john_obi) October 8, 2018

Essien Twitted on his official Twitter page,“I wish you all the best for the future #Captain @johnterry. You were one of the best leaders I ever played with. Thank you for the memories Georgie“.

All the best #Captain.New beginning and a new start and I wish you all the best in the next phase of your footballing career. You were one of the best leaders I ever played with. Thank you for the memories Georgie pic.twitter.com/ynkNGLyI7A

— Michael Essien® (@MichaelEssien) October 7, 2018