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Chelsea's Mykhaylo Mudryk is getting no respite after he was suspended for allegedly breaching doping laws
Mykhaylo Mudryk has found himself at the centre of controversy after reports emerged that the Chelsea winger tested positive for a banned substance.
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The Ukrainian international, who joined the Blues for £89 million, has been provisionally suspended by the Football Association (FA) pending further investigations. Chelsea confirmed the FA’s notification and pledged full cooperation, stating they would work to uncover the cause of the failed test.
Mudryk’s future under increasing pressure after allegations
Following the accusations, Mudryk issued a strong denial posted on social media, saying, “This has come as a complete shock as I have never knowingly used any banned substances. I know I have not done anything wrong and remain hopeful that I will be back on the pitch soon.”
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The doping allegations come at a time when Mudryk’s position at Chelsea was already under scrutiny. Having been an unused substitute in recent matches, the winger’s future appears increasingly uncertain.
Despite being named in the matchday squad against Aston Villa on December 1st, he failed to make it onto the pitch, as his role in the team appeared even more precarious.
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With fierce competition for places and a growing sense of frustration among fans, Mudryk’s provisional suspension adds yet another layer to his troubled Chelsea career.
Fans take aim at Mudryk’s disappointing Chelsea spell
Despite Mudryk’s strong denial, the news has fuelled fan criticism, with many questioning whether any performance-enhancing substances have even improved his lacklustre displays.
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Football fans have reacted with mockery following the doping allegations, highlighting Mudryk’s failure to live up to expectations despite allegedly using performance-enhancing drugs.
The Ukrainian has endured a torrid two-year spell at Stamford Bridge, scoring just seven goals since his arrival and none in his eight appearances this season. Fans sarcastically remarked, “Even with drugs, he no good,” poking fun at his struggles to justify Chelsea’s significant investment.
Mudryk’s performances have drawn criticism from pundits as well, with former Everton defender Alan Stubbs describing him as “the biggest disappointment” in recent years.
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