The FA confirmed on June 18, 2025, that Mudryk had been charged under anti-doping rules. The 24-year-old has effectively been frozen out of footballwhile the investigation runs its course. With his reputation tarnished and his place in Chelsea‘s plans unclear, the winger has been forced to look elsewhere.
According to Marca,Mudryk, who clocked a staggering 36.67 km/h in his Premier League debut, is now eyeing the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. His plan? To run for Ukraine in the sprints and turn his blistering pace into medals on the track.
Mudryk has already started work with Ukraine’s national sprint team. Under the watchful eyes of former Olympians, he is channelling his explosive acceleration into track drills. Coaches in Kyiv believe his raw pace is a rare gift that, with discipline and training, could translate to success in athletics.
However, Mudryk’s path won’t be straightforward. To earn a place at the Games, Mudryk must hit World Athletics’ qualifying standards and then come through Ukraine’s trials in 2027. Only then could he book his ticket to Los Angeles.
