Michael Emenalo exclusive: Saudi masterplan, Osimhen ‘snub’ & Salah truth
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John Obi Mikel and Chris McHardy are in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia for an exclusive, in-depth interview with Chelsea’s former Technical Director Michael Emenalo.
In this wide-ranging conversation, Emenalo gives fascinating insight into his new role as Director of Football for the Saudi Pro League, what the job entails and what the overall vision is for the big-spending league.
Was Kylian Mbappé ever a genuine target, how close did Victor Osimhen come to a move to the Kingdom and how likely is a future deal for Liverpool and Egypt superstar Mohamed Salah?
Emenalo also reminisces about his time at Chelsea - from his relationship with Roman Abramovich to the two surprising transfer targets that got away.
It’s all in there. The Obi One Podcast in conversation with Michael Emenalo.
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