In the 2-1 success in the semi -finals of the Nations League against Germany, Cristiano Ronaldo achieved the winning goal for Portugal’s national team – and proved that he is not yet part of the old iron. Is there a spectacular change from the superstar?
John Obi Mikel, a long-time professional of Chelsea, can at least imagine that the now 40-year-old can help the blues at the upcoming club World Cup in the USA (June 15th to July 13th).
“Ronaldo is a fantastic player. He is a best scorer of all time and it would be nice if he would also take part in this tournament. Whether we need him at Chelsea? Of course we need him,” said Mikel at “Talksport”.
However, he does not believe in a Chelsea change from Cristiano Ronaldo, emphasized the 38-year-old Nigerian, who won the Champions League in 2012 with the blues and the Europa League in 2013 and took a total of three English championship titles and four trophy victories.
CR7 recently rumored rumors, since his contract in Saudi Arabia expires at Al Nassr on June 30th.
However, the fact that the old master actually runs at the club World Cup is becoming increasingly unlikely. On June 10, the transfer window specially created for the tournament is already closing.
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Chelsea will probably also rely on newcomers Liam Delap. His obligation was confirmed by the blues on Wednesday evening.
“I hope he comes and helps the team,” said Mikel about the 22 -year -old Englishman’s commitment. “I want to see him at the club World Cup, I want to see how it does.”
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Delap, who probably cost around 36 million euros due to an exit clause, had to spark the competition with center forward Nicolas Jackson, said Mikel. “Now we have a healthy competition.”