Mykhailo Mudryk agrees to loan move but prefers staying in Premier League
Chelsea is looking for loan options for the Ukrainian winger to regain match fitness, with the player favoring a move within the Premier League.
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Chelsea are prepared to let winger Mykhailo Mudryk leave on loan before the transfer window closes on September 1. Reports indicate the 25-year-old has agreed to a temporary move, having not appeared in an official match since November 2024.
The club views a loan spell as a vital opportunity for the player to secure regular playing time and return to full fitness. During Chelsea's recent pre-season tour in Asia, Mudryk featured in three friendly matches, totaling 39 minutes on the pitch.
Strasbourg, which shares the same ownership under BlueCo, has been linked as a potential destination. However, the player's preference is to join another club in the English Premier League. Several European clubs, particularly from Italy, have also expressed interest in the winger.
Mykhailo Mudryk joined the London side from Shakhtar Donetsk in 2023 for an initial fee of 61 million pounds, setting a record for an Ukrainian player. His current contract with Chelsea runs until 2031.