The African greats who were playing when I was growing up inspired me - players like George Weah, Abedi Pele, Tony Yeboah,… — Michael Essien George w Copy Share Image
I've played at the highest level, so I'm just looking forward to enjoying the football, so anywhere there is interest, then yeah.… — Michael Essien Football Copy Share Image
I'm just a normal person out there enjoying his football. If there's anything I can do to make a better life for… — Michael Essien Better Copy Share Image
I don't think I've still got things to show Carlo Ancelotti. He has seen me play a lot, even before he was… — Michael Essien Management Copy Share Image
I loved playing at Anfield, but it could be quite intimidating because you come out of the tunnel and see their fans… — Michael Essien Alone Copy Share Image
As a young boy, all we used to watch was the Premier League at that time. I know the FA cup is… — Michael Essien Chance Copy Share Image
Milan is good, and I am settling in nicely, which is important. Everyone is friendly at the club and are looking after… — Michael Essien Club Copy Share Image
I had an amazing time at Chelsea. I can't pinpoint to a specific event, but the best moment was the honour of… — Michael Essien Amazing Copy Share Image
Within weeks of the Ebola hoax dying down, the guys at Health Africa International approached my friends George Weah, Mahamadou Diarra, and… — Michael Essien Communication Copy Share Image
Teams struggle when they come to Stamford Bridge and, if we score one or two, everything seems to open up for us.… — Michael Essien Bridge Copy Share Image
