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After 11 years and 10 trophies John Mikel Obi has not played a single minute under Antonio Conte… so where has it gone wrong for Chelsea’s forgotten man?

John Mikel Obi looks to be on his way out of Chelsea.

The Nigerian midfielder, 29, is the second-longest serving player at Stamford Bridge but has found himself frozen out — and with his contract expiring, no fresh talks are planned.

Antonio Conte has not picked Mikel in a matchday squad and having been first choice under just six months ago, the Nigerian is now as low as sixth or seventh in his midfield pecking order.

John Mikel Obi has been with Chelsea for 11 years but could be on his way out of the club
The Nigerian has won 11 trophies with the Blues, including the Champions League in 2012. Left to right:u00a0Raul Meireles, John Obi Mikel, Salomon Kalou and Frank Lampard
The Nigerian has won 11 trophies with the Blues, including the Champions League in 2012.