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Mikel weighing on Brazil move as Internacional, Botafago battle for his services

Brazil’s Internacional have joined Botafago in the race to sign former Super Eagles captain John Obi Mikel as they look to bolster thier squad when the League finally resumes.

Since his termination with Trabzonspor, Mikel has been linked with a move to Botafago in recent weeks but Internacional are now looking to secure his services.

The former Chelsea midfielder has also confirmed talks with Botafago, but hinted he has not make up his mind yet on the move to Brazil.

Mundo Deportivo reported at the weekend that Internacional officials have got in contact with Mikel and are desperate to bring him to Brazil.

Mikel mutually terminated his contract with Turkish Lig giants Trabzonspor last month after the club refusal to stop playing football in wake of the COVID-19 pandemic outbreak which has indefinitely suspended all football activities across the globe.