Former Chelsea star Mikel is wanted by top Premier League club this month

Former Chelsea star Mikel is wanted by top Premier League club this month

Struggling Premier League side Crystal Palace have reportedly shown interest in signing Nigerian midfielder John Mikel Obi until the end of the season according to Independent quoting Itsroundanditswhite.

The Super Eagles captain ran out of contract with the Chinese Super League side this month after the Tianjin Tigers failed to extend his stay at the club.

Mikel scored three goals in 31 appearances for the Tianjin Olympic Center Stadium outfit during his two year reign at the club.

And he has emerged as top transfer target for the former Chelsea and Lyn Oslo midfielder during the winter transfer window.

Roy Hodgson's side are hoping they can leverage on the midfielder's experience in the Premier League to improve their performances this season.

The Selhurst Park outfit are currently 14th on the table with 22 points after 23 round of EPL matches - just three points above 18th place Cardiff City.

Mikel scored just one Premier League goal in 249 matches during his ten year stay at Stamford Bridge but his experience in the middle of the park might help them avoid the drop at the end of the season.

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