Brazilian legend names Super Eagles legend Mikel Obi as the most skillful player in football history

Mikel first captured global attention at the 2005 FIFA U20 World Cup, where his composure and creativity earned him the Silver Ball, second only to Lionel Messi, as he led Nigeria to the final.

The Super Eagles legend went on to have a decorated 11-year career at Chelsea, where he won two Premier League titles, four FA Cups, the UEFA Champions League, and the Europa League.

On the international stage, he was a key figure for the Super Eagles, winning the Africa Cup of Nations in 2013 and securing an Olympic bronze medal in 2016.

Carlos praised the Nigerian as an exceptionally intelligent midfielder whose technical prowess was often overlooked during his career. 

The iconic left-back made the statement while appearing on "The Obi One" podcast, where he was tasked with constructing his ideal footballer by combining attributes from various stars of the game.

When asked to assemble his perfect player, Carlos chose Kylian Mbappé for pace, Vinícius Júnior for finishing, and David Beckham for crossing ability. 

He also selected Cristiano Ronaldo's first touch, Dunga's leadership, and Ronaldo Nazário's strength. 

For the crucial attribute of skill, however, he unexpectedly named Mikel, highlighting his skills as a footballer.