What next for Mykhailo Mudryk? Chelsea's forgotten man faces hugely uncertain future despite dramatic doping ban return
Chelsea winger Mykhailo Mudryk has returned to the squad after a 614-day doping ban for meldonium use was resolved. Despite his return, his future at the club remains uncertain as he reintegrates during the pre-season tour.
Why it matters
The case underscores the strict enforcement of anti-doping regulations in professional sports and the career challenges athletes face after long suspensions.
GOAL What next for Mykhailo Mudryk? Chelsea's forgotten man faces hugely uncertain future despite dramatic doping ban return The winger has joined up with Xabi Alonso's squad on the pre-season tour of Australia and south-east Asia, but more than 600 days on from his last appearance, his future at the club is up in the air
Chelsea seemed as surprised as anyone when Mykhailo Mudryk's doping ban came to an abrupt end over the weekend. One year, eight months and more than 600 days since his last appearance for the club, the Ukrainian winger is available to play again after his case was resolved .
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