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Chelsea weighs transfer options for Mykhailo Mudryk

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2026-08-11 12:01 UTC → 2026-08-11 12:07 UTC · added removed

In early August 2026, Chelsea confirmed that Ukrainian winger Mykhailo Mudryk had been cleared of a doping allegation after the FA closed its investigation. The 25-year-old, previously banned since November 2023 for a prohibited melatonin substance, rejoined the first-team squad for the Asian pre-season tour in Hong Kong. Manager Xabi Alonso noted that because Mudryk had trained alone for over a year, it was too early to judge his fitness or role. Former Shakhtar Donetsk and Tottenham manager Roberto De Zerbi has publicly expressed support for the player’s comeback. Chelsea has not yet decided whether to keep, loan, or sell the player, who has not played a competitive match since November 2024. Interest in the £88 million signing has come from several clubs, including Strasbourg and unnamed Premier League teams. By August 7, Chelsea began considering a season-long loan move to help Mudryk regain his competitive rhythm. Coventry City, managed by Frank Lampard, is reportedly exploring a loan deal to acquire the winger, a move seen as potentially beneficial for the player's development and playing time. winger. As of August 11, Mudryk Chelsea is reportedly seeking a move away from Chelsea, potentially on loan, prepared to regain playing time. consider loan proposals to allow Mudryk to secure regular first-team football following his recent return to action during pre-season matches. While interest has been noted from shown by Italian clubs such as Coventry City and Chelsea’s sister club, RC Strasbourg, the attacker Mudryk reportedly prefers a temporary move to remain in the another Premier League. League side. This potential move comes as manager Xabi Alonso manages a crowded attacking squad at Stamford Bridge.

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  1. 2026-08-11 12:07 UTC Chelsea weighs transfer options for Mykhailo Mudryk
  2. 2026-08-11 12:01 UTC Chelsea weighs transfer options for Mykhailo Mudryk
  3. 2026-08-08 17:32 UTC Chelsea weighs transfer options for Mykhailo Mudryk
  4. 2026-08-03 13:04 UTC Chelsea reinstates Ukrainian winger Mudryk
  5. 2026-08-03 03:54 UTC Chelsea reinstates Ukrainian winger Mudryk

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