
Mykhailo Mudryk returned for Chelsea nearly two years after his previous appearance for the club. The winger had been absent while serving a doping ban.
He played against Juventus in a friendly in Hong Kong on Wednesday, as Chelsea lost 1-0. Manager Xabi Alonso described the return as emotional. The report gave no further details about Mudryk’s playing time or performance.
Mudryk’s return is notable after such a long absence, but one friendly cannot show whether he is match sharp or ready for regular competitive football. Alonso’s description reflects his personal reaction, not a complete assessment of the player’s condition. Strong claims about Mudryk’s form or future role would be premature until he plays more matches and further information becomes available.
Source: sports.ndtv.com
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