Manchester United eye Chelsea winger Mykhailo Mudryk as their solution to revitalize flanks amid a turbulent season marked by inconsistent performances.
Manager Ruben Amorim now targets Mudryk after his underwhelming stint at Chelsea. The winger delivered 18 direct goal contributions in 18 games for Shakhtar Donetsk. At Chelsea, he managed just 19 contributions in 73 appearances after his January 2023 move.
Mudryk encountered trouble after failing a drug test and faced a provisional suspension in late 2024. Chelsea has yet to release his second sample results. His comeback remains in doubt.
Amorim is determined to strengthen United’s wide areas this season. The club sees key players like Marcus Rashford, Antony, and possibly Alejandro Garnacho depart. United now craves a spark from fresh talent on the flanks.
According to fotnet24.net, United may launch a bid as low as €40 million (£33.5m/$43.4m) for Mudryk. The winger has not ruled out a move away from Chelsea. A successful transfer could rejuvenate his career if the Blues decide to cut their losses.
Sources claim Mudryk and his camp firmly maintain his innocence. They argue that a contaminated food product triggered the positive test result. Chelsea trusts his clean record and now awaits the final B sample.
Frustration mounts as Mudryk remains sidelined without a clear return date. United may have to wait for more clarity before deepening their pursuit. Critics already question his consistency in England.
Elsewhere, United shows interest in striker Jonathan Burkardt, a 24-year-old who scored 15 Bundesliga goals for Mainz this season. The club also monitors Angel Gomes and Tyler Dibling as potential reinforcements. Competition from Tottenham and West Ham intensifies the transfer market.
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