The 24-year-old – who joined in a £88m deal last in January 2023 – has not featured since a Europa Conference League match on November 28.
It is understood that Mudryk has been unavailable for selection due to a suspected adverse analytical finding. Reports in Ukraine that the substance is meldonium are understood by Mail Sport to be correct.
He has maintained a low profile since denying any wrongdoing in an official statement – but the winger has suggested he has missed being with the team.
Chelsea, who now sit seventh in the Premier League table, host west London rivals Fulham on Sunday in a vital much for their hopes of qualifying for the Champions League next season.
The Blues posted highlights from the same fixture last season when goals by Mudryk and Armando Broja sealed a 2-0 win at Craven Cottage – and Mudryk commented a single tear sad emoji.
Mudryk is still waiting on the result of a ‘B’ sample and whether or not it confirms the findings of his ‘A’ sample is yet to be seen.
