Chelsea Includes Mudryk in Squad for New Premier League Season Despite Doping Concerns
In the leading circles of British football and among Premier League fans, rumors and discussions are swirling regarding Ukrainian footballer Mykhailo Mudryk’s potential participation in the upcoming Premier League season.
The official website of the English Premier League published Chelsea’s squad registration, which listed Mudryk’s name.
Notably, the player appeared in the documents without a squad number — the jersey with the number 10, which he previously wore at Chelsea, was transferred to another player, Cole Palmer.
The intense attention to the Ukrainian athlete intensified after it was revealed that Mudryk was involved in a doping scandal.
On December 17 last year, it was officially confirmed that Mudryk tested positive for the prohibited substance meldonium.
The situation was further complicated by the fact that the doping test sample was taken after an international match of the Ukrainian national team in November.
The A-sample was successfully tested, confirming the presence of banned substances in his body.
As a result, Mudryk was temporarily suspended from participating in competitions and is now under investigation.
According to the regulations of English football, if proven guilty, the Ukrainian player could face a ban of up to four years, which would significantly impact his career and future in global football.
Meanwhile, reports have surfaced that Chelsea has nonetheless signed an English player from a top Bundesliga club and is preparing for the start of the new season.
This suggests that the club’s management remains confident in Mudryk’s ability to prove his innocence or contest any potential sanctions.
The situation surrounding the Ukrainian athlete remains tense and causes concern among fans and football insiders.
Discussions also center on Mudryk’s potential to return to active play and restore his reputation if guilt is confirmed.
It is known that Mudryk is under contract with Chelsea, and this incident casts doubt on his future at the club and with the Ukrainian national team.