Alonso welcomes Mudryk back to Chelsea after doping ban appeal
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 2, 2026, 4:15 PM
Last updated Aug 2, 2026
Mykhailo Mudryk rejoins Chelsea this week in Hong Kong after winning his appeal against a doping ban. Manager Xabi Alonso stated that Mudryk will not be rushed back into action following his long absence from competitive play. Mudryk, suspended for four years after a failed drug test in 2024, will join the team ahead of their match against Juventus. Alonso emphasized the need for a gradual reintegration process while showing support and understanding for Mudryk's challenges during his suspension. Liverpool faced Tottenham in a recent match, suffering a 2-1 defeat.
- •Mudryk cleared to resume his career after appealing a doping ban.
- •Alonso welcomes Mudryk back during Chelsea's pre-season tour.
- •Mudryk has not played since November 2024.
- •Chelsea plays Juventus next in Hong Kong.
- •Alonso cautions reintegration will take time.
- 4:15 PMYahoo Sports — Alonso says Chelsea will give returning Mudryk full support
- 12:49 AMYahoo Sports — Alonso welcomes Mudryk's Chelsea return after doping ban
"Mykhailo Mudryk will be welcomed with open arms when he rejoins Chelsea this week in Hong Kong, manager Xabi Alonso said, but the Ukrainian will not be rushed back after winning his appeal against a doping ban.Tottenham boss Roberto De Zerbi managed Mudryk at Ukrainian club Shakhtar Donetsk and was also happy to see him back.
"Xabi Alonso has said Chelsea will give Mykhailo Mudryk their full support as the winger prepares to make his return to football.Mudryk has been cleared to return to football after being suspended sinc...
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 2, 2026, 4:15 PMAlonso says Chelsea will give returning Mudryk full support
Xabi Alonso has said Chelsea will give Mykhailo Mudryk their full support as the winger prepares to make his return to football.Mudryk has been cleared to return to football after being suspended sinc...
- Yahoo SportsAug 2, 2026, 12:49 AMAlonso welcomes Mudryk's Chelsea return after doping ban
Mykhailo Mudryk will be welcomed with open arms when he rejoins Chelsea this week in Hong Kong, manager Xabi Alonso said, but the Ukrainian will not be rushed back after winning his appeal against a doping ban.Tottenham boss Roberto De Zerbi managed Mudryk at Ukrainian club Shakhtar Donetsk and was also happy to see him back.
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