Chelsea winger Mykhailo Mudryk awaits verdict on four-year doping ban
Chelsea winger Mykhailo Mudryk continues to train independently in London as he awaits the verdict of a potential four-year ban following a positive test for the prohibited substance meldonium.
The 25-year-old has not featured for the Blues since 2024 after being charged by the Football Association with anti-doping breaches.
The World Anti-Doping Agency confirmed late last year that they were still waiting for the FA to conclude their disciplinary proceedings.
The Ukraine international arrived at Stamford Bridge for an £88.5m fee but has seen his career abruptly halted by this ongoing legal battle.
Daily training regime amid suspension
While banned from using official club facilities by standard regulations, the forward has maintained a rigorous personal fitness schedule.
He has been hiring a 3G pitch at the home of Southern League side Uxbridge to work alongside a private coach and a goalkeeper.
Shakhtar Donetsk chief executive Sergei Palkin, who oversaw the player’s early development, confirmed he regularly visits the capital to offer support.
“He is training by himself because the FIFA rules say you cannot stay in the camp. He dedicates almost the whole day to train and to keep himself in a good level, physically and mentally.”
Sergei Palkin
Low spirits but fighting for a return
Palkin admitted that the former Shakhtar academy graduate is currently struggling with low morale during this prolonged period of uncertainty.
However, the executive remains confident that legal representatives will find a resolution to secure an early return to competitive football.
“For me, it’s a big pity what has happened because this guy did everything in his life to stay on the top level.”
Sergei Palkin
“The mood is not so good at this moment but he believes everything should be good and he will return to football as fast as possible.”
Sergei Palkin
