Fernando Torres and John Obi Mikel of Chelsea expressed positive sentiments about Samuel Eto’o, Chelsea’s new striker. Torres clarified, “Samuel Eto’o is not my enemy,” emphasizing a healthy relationship within the team. Mikel echoed these sentiments, recognizing Eto’o as a great and fantastic player. Mikel spoke about Eto’o’s impressive performance against Everton, highlighting his ability to create opportunities and explaining that Eto’o’s arrival was to reinforce the team’s objectives for the season.
Mikel expressed confidence in Eto’o’s adaptation to English football, citing the Cameroonian’s extensive experience in various leagues. Mikel reflected on his own adaptation to Chelsea as his first “real professional club” and noted that while it took him six months, Eto’o, with his wealth of experience, should adapt quickly to the team and English football. The positive reception from teammates indicates a supportive atmosphere for Eto’o at Chelsea.
