Chelsea: Mykhailo Mudryk in contention to face Juventus after drugs suspension lifted

Ukrainian has joined his team-mates in Hong Kong ahead of Wednesday’s pre-season friendly

Mykhailo Mudryk could return to action following 20 months on the sidelines on Wednesday after being named in Chelsea's squad to play Juventus in a friendly in Hong Kong.

A lot has changed since Mudryk last played for Chelsea before his anti-doping violation, including the arrival of plenty of new players

Why Mykhailo Mudryk’s Four-Year Doping Ban Has Been Cut Short  si.com

The Chelsea man has been serving a suspension that has now been lifted.

After nearly two years away from the sport, Mykhailo Mudryk could now be reintegrated into the Chelsea team.

Chelsea have been fined a further £10m by the Football Association but avoided a points deduction after admitting more than 70 charges of breaking financial rules. The breaches took place under the previous ownership of Roman Abramovich and related to secret payments to agents, including in the signings of Eden Hazard,

The Ukrainian has not played a competitive match since November 2024

Mykhailo Mudryk cleared to play for Chelsea again after doping ban lifted  The Times

Chelsea rule breaches that led to action were self-reported following takeover by Todd ⁠⁠Boehly and Clearlake Capital.

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