After Mikel miss, United to sign another Obi

Eighteen years after failing to sign John Mikel Obi, Manchester United are set to sign another Nigerian prodigy, Chido Obi-Martin, who has refused to renew his contract with Arsenal, Sunday PUNCH reports.

Arsenal tried to tie down young Obi-Martin, a burgeoning striker who recently scored 10 goals in a single match against Liverpool.

His refusal to renew with the London club has left several top European clubs on his trail, including Manchester United and big clubs in Germany. He visited Manchester United on Friday, giving the impression they could be his next destination.

New Premier League moneybags Newcastle United are also interested in the Nigerian-born player who has already turned out for the Netherlands at the age-grade level.

Recall that John Obi Mikel sensationally made a controversial transfer to Chelsea after Manchester United claimed they had already signed him in 2006.

The former Nigeria midfielder who went to establish himself at Stamford Bridge had appeared on Manchester United television sitting beside Sir Alex Ferguson, expressing his delight at joining the Red Devils.

Now, the Old Trafford giants are poised to sign another Nigerian by the same name, a proven goal scorer that could finally banish thoughts of the disappointment of 18 years.

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