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Super Eagles legend John Mikel Obi has hailed Yaya Toure's talent after the Ivorian dominated the Premier League during his playing days.
Yaya Touré moved to Manchester City in 2010 from Barcelona after seeing his opportunities on the pitch become limited under the management of Pep Guardiola.
Guardiola's tactical preferences often saw Sergio Busquets favoured in the defensive midfield role, limiting Touré's opportunities to showcase his dynamic abilities.
Following his arrival at Man City, the Ivorian went on to become one of the best midfielders to ever play for the club.
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Manchester City legend Yaya Touré has revealed the reason he decided to snub Chelsea and sign for the Citizens.
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The former Barcelona star Yaya Touré has recounted the challenges he encountered while playing against Cristiano Ronaldo during the latter's time at Manchester United.
Mikel Obi speaks about Yaya Touré
Mikel reflected on Toure's impactful presence and consistent dominance throughout his illustrious career in the English Premier League, where he established himself as one of the league's most influential and dynamic players.
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Speaking on the ObiOne podcast, he said, "Yaya Toure is the most complete African footballer that ever played in the Premier League."
Toure’s arrival at the Etihad Stadium heralded the beginning of a golden era for Manchester City.
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He became an iconic player for the club, renowned for his powerful runs, goal-scoring ability from midfield, and commanding presence.
During his Manchester City career, Yaya Touré secured a number of accolades, including three Premier League titles, three League Cups, one FA Cup, and one Community Shield. Across his 316 appearances for the club, he contributed significantly with 82 goals and 12 assists.
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