Nigeria international John Obi Mikel could return to action when the Blues take on Maribor in the UEFA Champions League on Wednesday, manager Jose Mourinho has hinted. <br /><br />The defensive midfielder sat out Saturday&rsquo;s Premier League clash against Queens Park Rangers after failing to recover from a knee complaint.<br /><br />&ldquo;I hope so. I&rsquo;m not sure, but I do hope so,&rdquo; coach Jose Mourinho was quoted as saying by <i>West London Sport</i>.<br /><br />The 27 - year - old has been on the sidelines since the 2 - 1 win over Shrewsbury Town in the Capital Cup on October 28.<br /><br />This term, the Super Eagles has made six appearances in the Premier League, coming off the bench in those games.<br /><br /><br />