Even despite spending a trophy-laden 10 years at Stamford Bridge, Mikel admits his time with the Blues could be coming to a close.
He told the BBC: “I will keep doing my best and ready for when called up upon. We will see what happens in January.
“I have never been a guy who made excuses in life, I never shy away from my responsibilities.
“I have to keep training hard and make sure I change the manager’s mind. I have been professional, I train and work everyday with the team and I hope one day I will get to play.
“I have written my name in the history of this football club and I have won loads of trophies. I have played close to 400 game and have no single regret.
“I still want to win more and help the team. Players move on in life but I am relaxed about January. I will speak to the club find the best solution.”