Mykhailo Mudryk faces up to four-year ban: Chelsea winger’s doping charge deepens

Chelsea winger Mykhailo Mudryk has been formally charged by the Football Association (FA) for violating anti-doping regulations after testing positive for the banned substance meldonium.

Mudryk, who joined Chelsea from Shakhtar Donetsk in January 2023, faces a potential suspension of up to four years under FA rules. The FA confirmed the charge citing Regulations 3 and 4 of its Anti-Doping Regulations.

In a statement released on social media, Mudryk expressed his shock at the findings, saying, "I have never knowingly used any banned substances or broken any rules, and am working closely with my team to investigate how this could have happened."

The FA's official statement read, “We can confirm that Mykhailo Mudryk has been charged with Anti-Doping Rule Violations alleging the presence and/or use of a prohibited substance.”

This development deepens the controversy surrounding the Ukraine international, who has maintained his innocence while facing one of the most serious sanctions in football. The case will likely have significant implications for his career and Chelsea's squad moving forward.

The situation remains under investigation as Mudryk and his team seek to clarify the circumstances behind the positive test.

Key quotes:
"I can confirm that I have been notified that a sample I provided to the FA contained a banned substance," Mudryk said.
"This has come as a complete shock as I have never knowingly used any banned substances or broken any rules."

Chelsea winger Mykhailo Mudryk has been charged by the Football Association for violating anti-doping rules after testing positive for the banned substance meldonium. The Ukraine international faces a potential ban of up to four years and denies knowingly using any prohibited substances.