Turkish champions Galatasaray have ended their pursuit of Chelsea midfielder John Obi Mikel, writes the online edition of influential Turkish newspaper Sabah.
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The Istanbul giants had sent emissaries to England to discuss with the Chelsea hierarchy on the possibility of signing the Super Eagle in the summer transfer market.
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But they were put off by Obi Mikel's valuation and have now put his case in the drawer.
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Galatasaray are desperately searching for an alternative to defensive midfielder Felipe Melo, who could be heading to Flamengo according to reports in Italy.
I do not think John Mikel Obi would fit into a club like Galatasaray. It's good the way they've forgotten about it.