Regarded as one of Nigeria's
finest creative midfielders, Obi started his career at Italian giants Inter Milan - where he rose from the youth set - up to the first team in 2010.
Hamsik could certainly be an upgrade, with the 27 - year - old showing himself to be one of
the finest creative midfield players in the Italian top flight for many years now, as well as showing a keen eye for goal from the middle of the park.
Not exact matches
Pjanic would be another
fine buy for Diego Simeone's side, having caught the eye in Serie A down the years with some intelligent and
creative midfield performances.
Manchester United manager Louis van Gaal stated in February that he wanted to sign a
creative midfielder in the summer and Gundogan, who is technically accomplished and a
fine passer - as well as a tenacious tackler - certainly fits the bill.