Mykhailo Mudryk, currently suspended after a failed drug test, is in Wroclaw for Chelsea’s Europa Conference League final against Real Betis — and remains eligible for a winner’s medal despite his FA ban, thanks to his early-round contributions.
Suspended Chelsea winger Mykhailo Mudryk is in Wroclaw ahead of the Europa Conference League final and could receive a medal if the Blues beat Real Betis on Wednesday.
Mudryk, 24, has not played since November 2024 after testing positive for meldonium. Despite his FA suspension, UEFA rules permit him to be awarded a medal. Chelsea are expected to honour his contributions — three goals and four assists in five early-round appearances — should they win the final.
The Ukrainian was spotted in Chelsea training gear in the city centre on Tuesday and will watch from the stands at Stadion Wroclaw.
“This has come as a complete shock… I have never knowingly used any banned substances,” Mudryk said when the ban was announced. “I remain hopeful that I will be back on the pitch soon.”
Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca backed him in December, saying: “The club, coaching staff and everyone in the training ground will support him.”
Chelsea aim to complete a sweep of all four major UEFA trophies.