Mykhaylo Mudryk set for another crushing blow after Chelsea ‘change transfer plans’

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Mykhaylo Mudryk’s Unsteady Start at Chelsea

Mykhaylo Mudryk’s journey with Chelsea is off to a rocky start. The Blues are revamping their transfer plans, eyeing Spain’s Euro 2024 standout Nico Williams, which puts Mudryk’s spot on the team in jeopardy. After losing out on Michael Olise, Chelsea is now focusing on Williams, creating uncertainty for Mudryk.

The Arrival of Competition

Initially, the idea of Olise joining Chelsea might have given Mudryk some hope. With Cole Palmer likely moving to a central position, there seemed to be a balanced setup forming behind Nicolas Jackson. However, Williams’ potential arrival changes the game, directly threatening the playing time of both Mudryk and Raheem Sterling under new boss Enzo Maresca. It’s unlikely all three will stay at the club without someone shifting positions, possibly leading to a sale of Mudryk or Sterling.

Mudryk’s Struggles and Setbacks

Mudryk has faced challenges adapting to life at Chelsea, struggling to find his form under Mauricio Pochettino in what is his second full season. If Williams performs as expected, the Spanish winger might start the season opener against Manchester City, pushing Mudryk further down the pecking order.

Missed Opportunities and Uncertain Future

This summer, Chelsea prevented Mudryk from joining Ukraine for the Paris Olympics, further clouding his future at the club. Despite former England goalkeeper Joe Hart’s praise, recalling Mudryk’s impressive performances against Celtic in European matches, the Ukrainian winger’s potential remains untapped at Chelsea.

A Glimmer of Hope

Hart believes in Mudryk’s abilities, recalling how the 23-year-old was a constant threat in games and expressing excitement about his Premier League potential. Yet, whether Mudryk can justify his £88m transfer fee remains uncertain, especially with the looming possibility of Williams’ arrival if Chelsea triggers his £47m release clause.

Mudryk’s place at Chelsea is more precarious than ever as the club looks to strengthen its squad, possibly at his expense. His journey at Stamford Bridge is far from over, but significant hurdles remain ahead.