Chelsea’s transfer plans continue to make headlines, with recent reports suggesting the club is open to parting ways with one of its marquee signings, Mykhailo Mudryk.
This speculation comes despite the Ukrainian winger showing signs of improvement in recent performances.
The story gained traction after Chelsea’s weekend victory, where Mudryk was notably absent from the squad, reigniting conversations about his future at Stamford Bridge.
Earlier, attention had been on Christopher Nkunku, who had seen limited game time recently but managed to feature in Chelsea’s match against Aston Villa. Mudryk, however, did not share the same fortune.
Despite delivering a strong display against Heidenheim in midweek, the winger found himself left out, fueling rumors about his uncertain position in the squad.
According to an exclusive report by CaughtOffside, Chelsea has indicated that Mudryk will be “made available” during the January transfer window.
The club is reportedly open to either selling the 22-year-old or arranging a loan move.
A sale seems unlikely due to the hefty £88 million fee Chelsea paid to acquire him just two years ago, as well as the long-term contract he holds, which may deter potential buyers.
A loan deal is considered the more realistic outcome at this stage.
The report also compares Mudryk’s situation to other high-profile players at the club, such as Ben Chilwell, Raheem Sterling, and Trevoh Chalobah, who have also been deemed surplus to requirements in recent times.
Speculation suggests Mudryk could face a similar scenario, where he is sidelined and gradually phased out of the team.
However, this outcome seems improbable given that Chelsea’s current sporting directors were responsible for bringing him in.
It would be surprising for the same leadership to give up on him so quickly.
Mudryk’s transfer saga underscores Chelsea’s broader challenges in managing their bloated squad.
Despite showing flashes of his potential, the winger has struggled to cement a regular spot in Mauricio Pochettino’s lineup.
For now, whether Mudryk stays, leaves on loan, or is sold outright remains uncertain.
What is clear is that Chelsea is willing to explore options to ensure the squad is better balanced heading into the second half of the season.
