The result revealed the presence of the substance Meldonium in the Ukrainian attacker’s urine; ‘it was a total shock’, highlighted the young promise
The striker, who plays for , tested positive in an anti-doping test, revealing the presence of the banned substance Meldonium. The Ukrainian player, just 23 years old, denied any use of illicit substances. Chelsea confirmed that there was an “adverse result” in a urine test and assured that both the athlete and the club are committed to the testing program of the English Football Association. The substance Meldonium is known for its properties that can increase blood flow and physical resistance in athletes.
Mudryk, surprised by the test result, declared that he is investigating the circumstances that led to this situation, reaffirming that he did not commit any infraction. The player has not been on the field since November 28, having previously been absent for health reasons. Chelsea, in turn, stood in support of the player and the investigation process, emphasizing the importance of integrity in sport. Mudryk, who stood out for his skills on the field, now faces a delicate moment in his career as he seeks to clarify the facts surrounding the positive test.
The athlete expressed himself on social media: “I can confirm that I was notified that a sample I provided to the FA contained a prohibited substance. This came as a complete shock as I have never knowingly used any banned substances or broken any rules and am working closely with my club to investigate how this could have happened. I know I didn’t do anything wrong and I’m still hopeful to get back on the field soon. I can’t say anything more now due to the confidentiality of the process, but I will do so as soon as I can.”
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Published by Matheus Oliveira
