Former Chelsea midfielder John Mikel Obi has shared interesting insights on his relationship with veteran Portuguese manager Jose Mourinho.
The 37-year-old has spoken in several interviews about the special relationship between him and the current Fenerbahce manager.
According to the former Super Eagles star, Mourinho didn't only influence his life on the pitch but off it as well.
Speaking on his Obi One podcast, Mikel named 'The Special One' as the manager who had a significant impact on his career.
He further disclosed that Mourinho was even interested in how he spent his salary.
"He always asks me, what did you do with your salary? Did you put it in the bank? Did you buy a house?" Mikel said.
"He was always trying to find out what I was doing, and for me, he made sure I kept my feet on the ground. I was always humble and respectful."
Mikel also mentioned an instance where the manager asked him to return the Range Rover he bought with his first salary at Chelsea.
"I remember when I joined the club, I got my first salary and went and bought a Range Rover," he recalled.
"He saw it and told me to return it. He told me to get a mini."
Mikel Obi joined Chelsea in 2006 when Mourinho was at the helm at Stamford Bridge.
He went on to play for 11 seasons at the club, winning two Premier League titles, four FA Cups, the UEFA Champions League, and the Europa League.
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