Chelsea coaches are seriously unimpressed by Mykhaylo Mudryk – sources
Chelsea manager Mauricio Pochettino and his coaches have been unimpressed by the development of Mykhaylo Mudryk since their arrival, sources have told Football Insider.
The 23-year-old joined the Blues last year (2023) but has struggled to nail down a regular place in the starting lineup at Stamford Bridge.
And in a new twist, it is believed Chelsea will be in the market for a marquee new winger signing as they look to refresh their attack once again this summer.
Football Insider revealed on Monday (8 April) that Chelsea have moved to steal a march on their rivals and seal a deal for Athletic Bilbao star Nico Williams.
The Spain international will be available via a £43million release clause in his contract with Athletic.
Chelsea plot new winger signing after Mudryk development
Sources say Pochettino and his backroom staff have grown frustrated with a lack of impact from Mudryk and teammate Raheem Sterling.
The Ukraine international has made 33 appearances for Chelsea this term – starting in 16 of those outings.
He has returned six goals and three assists playing almost exclusively on the left-hand side.
Mudryk, who was previously wanted by Arsenal, joined Chelsea from Shakhtar Donetsk in January 2023 for a reported fee of £88.5million.
He signed a huge contract at Stamford Bridge which runs until June 2031.
Pochettino’s side sit ninth in the Premier League but could sneak into a European qualification place before the end of the season next month.
The Blues also face a crucial FA Cup semi-final against Man City later this month (20 April).
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