Mykhailo Mudryk, Chelsea’s Ukrainian striker, tested positive in a doping test carried out last October, after a match with the Blues.
From England – Mudryk tests positive for doping: Chelsea confirms, risk of disqualification
The news, reported by TMW, has shaken the world of Football and opens up delicate scenarios for the player and the London club.
The offending substance: Meldonium
The banned substance found is Meldonium, already known to have involved other athletes, including tennis player Maria Sharapova. Mudryk has already requested counter-analysis, the outcome of which is expected in the next few days.
Meanwhile, the striker has been temporarily suspended by the Football Association (FA), and could face a ban of up to four years.
The defense of the player and the club
Both Mudryk and Chelsea have strongly denied any allegations of intentional use of prohibited substances.
Chelsea’s official statement:
“Mykhailo categorically confirmed that he had never knowingly used any banned substance.”
Mudryk su Instagram:
“I have never knowingly used any banned substances or broken any rules. I am working closely with my team to investigate how this could have happened. I know I haven’t done anything wrong and I remain confident that I will be back on the field soon.”
What does Mudryk risk?
If the positive result is confirmed even in the counter-analysis, Mudryk could face a disqualification ranging from one to four years, depending on the circumstances and the assessment of intentionality. The situation, therefore, remains delicate and the next few days will be decisive.
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