Mykhailo Mudryk Rents Uxbridge FC Pitch for Personal Training Session
Video clips circulated on social media showed Chelsea winger Mykhailo Mudryk on a football pitch. He had a thin beard and fuller hair while taking shots and moving well. Fabrizio Romano captioned the footage “Mudryk ready for comeback”.
Suspension and FA proceedings
Mudryk has been suspended since December 2024. His provisional ban became official after The FA charged him with a doping offence last summer. The disciplinary process remains ongoing and he maintains his innocence.
Potential sanction and timeline
If found guilty, he faces a four-year ban, with time already served taken into account. He has served about 16 months so far. History shows bans can be reduced on appeal. Paul Pogba returned after 18 months following appeal.
Private training at Uxbridge
Filmogaz.com reported that Mudryk had rented the entire Uxbridge FC facility for a private session. Reports said he sought compliance and privacy, and access to a high-quality 3G pitch. Several accounts described Mykhailo Mudryk Rents Uxbridge FC Pitch for Personal Training Session as a way to maintain fitness.
He is barred from participating in football activities at Chelsea or any other club. The private booking appears aimed at preserving sharpness while respecting restrictions.
Contract status and future
Chelsea has not released him. His contract reportedly runs until 2031. It is unclear whether he is receiving full salary while suspended.
He turned 25 recently and has years left in his career. His future will depend on the outcome of the FA process and any subsequent appeals.
His appearance on a pitch could signal confidence about his case. Or he may simply be preserving fitness while the legal process continues.
