As Chelsea FC celebrates its 120-year anniversary, fans are being given a special role in shaping history—by voting for the club’s all-time greatest team.

The ‘Team of 120’ shortlist features some of Stamford Bridge’s most iconic players, with former Super Eagles captain John Obi Mikel earning a nomination in midfield. He is joined by Eddie Newton, another player of Nigerian descent, as they compete against 28 other legends for a spot in the final XI.

Mikel’s legacy at Chelsea is undeniable. Spending 11 years in West London, he won two Premier League titles, four FA Cups, two League Cups, the Europa League, and the coveted UEFA Champions League in 2012. Across 372 appearances, he played a crucial role in midfield, renowned for his composure and defensive prowess.

Despite Mikel’s inclusion, some notable Nigerian names were left off the list. Celestine Babayaro, Chelsea’s first-ever African signing and a cult hero at the Bridge, did not make the cut. Neither did Victor Moses, who played a key role in Antonio Conte’s title-winning 2016/17 campaign, or Kenneth Omeruo, a long-time Chelsea player who never truly got his chance in the first team.

As the voting process unfolds, Chelsea fans will determine whether Mikel Obi secures a place in the club’s all-time best XI.