Alonso addresses Chelsea injury and Mudryk's return after Spurs match
4 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 1, 2026, 2:19 PM
Last updated Aug 1, 2026
In a pre-season match against Tottenham, Chelsea's manager Xabi Alonso discussed the situation of Mykhailo Mudryk, who is set to rejoin the team after having his doping ban resolved. Mudryk had not played since November 2024 due to a four-year suspension but is now eligible to participate. Alonso expressed relief about Mudryk's availability but emphasized the need for patience as he reintegrates with the squad, having trained alone for an extended period. Additionally, goalkeeper Robert Sanchez missed the match due to a minor injury, though Alonso expects him back soon.
- •Mykhailo Mudryk returns after resolving a doping case.
- •Mudryk has not played since November 2024.
- •Chelsea lost the pre-season match to Tottenham.
- •Robert Sanchez missed the match with a minor injury.
- •Alonso urges patience for Mudryk's reintegration.
- 2:19 PMYahoo Sports — Mudryk Chelsea return will take time - Alonso
- 2:19 PMBBC Sport — Mudryk Chelsea return will take time - Alonso
- 1:05 PMYahoo Sports — Alonso on Chelsea injury worry and Mudryk’s future after pre-season defeat to Spurs
"Xabi Alonso says he is delighted that Mykhailo Mudryk is available to play again after having his doping case resolved.Mudryk has not played for Chelsea since November 2024 after traces of banned subs...
"Xabi Alonso says he is "very happy" to be welcoming Mykhailo Mudryk back into his Chelsea squad, but it is "too early" to understand what he can do.
"Xabi Alonso says he is "very happy" to be welcoming Mykhailo Mudryk back into his Chelsea squad, but it is "too early" to understand what he can do.
Sources
External links- Yahoo SportsAug 1, 2026, 2:19 PMMudryk Chelsea return will take time - Alonso
Xabi Alonso says he is "very happy" to be welcoming Mykhailo Mudryk back into his Chelsea squad, but it is "too early" to understand what he can do.
- BBC SportAug 1, 2026, 2:19 PMMudryk Chelsea return will take time - Alonso
Xabi Alonso says he is "very happy" to be welcoming Mykhailo Mudryk back into his Chelsea squad, but it is "too early" to understand what he can do.
- Yahoo SportsAug 1, 2026, 1:05 PMAlonso on Chelsea injury worry and Mudryk’s future after pre-season defeat to Spurs
Xabi Alonso says he is delighted that Mykhailo Mudryk is available to play again after having his doping case resolved.Mudryk has not played for Chelsea since November 2024 after traces of banned subs...
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