September 24th 2024.
According to reports, Chelsea owner Todd Boehly may be facing a significant financial loss on one of the club's players who has been deemed unfit for the Premier League. Since Boehly took over in 2022, Chelsea has invested over £1bn in new signings, with more than 40 players joining the team on long contracts. While some, like Cole Palmer, have been successful, others have not lived up to expectations.
One such player is Mykhailo Mudryk, who arrived at Stamford Bridge for a whopping £89m from Shakhtar Donetsk in January 2023. Despite attracting interest from both Chelsea and Arsenal, the 23-year-old has struggled to make an impact and has only scored seven goals for the club. Former Chelsea defender Glen Johnson has expressed concerns about Mudryk's future at the club, suggesting that his time may be up and that Chelsea may have to accept a significant financial loss on the Ukrainian.
Mudryk was given a rare start in Chelsea's recent 5-0 victory over Barrow in the Carabao Cup, where he made an assist. However, Johnson believes this may not be enough to secure a regular spot in the team, stating that Mudryk is not cut out for the Premier League. When asked about the player's potential, Johnson stated that while he has shown glimpses of his talent, he has not been able to consistently perform at the highest level. The former England star also pointed out that previous managers have not been able to trust Mudryk, and he has failed to make the most of his opportunities on the field.
Since taking over as the new Chelsea boss in July, Enzo Maresca has repeatedly challenged Mudryk to step up and contribute more to the team. Another recent signing, Nicolas Jackson, has had a more promising start to the 2024-25 season, scoring four goals in five Premier League games. Although he received criticism for missing chances last season, Johnson believes that Jackson has the potential to score around 15 goals this season and may even reach 18, given the improvement in the quality of the Chelsea team.
In addition to discussing individual player performances, Johnson also shared his thoughts on Chelsea's overall strategy and the club's tendency to spend large sums of money on new signings. He believes that if Chelsea continues to invest heavily in players, they must be prepared to stick with them or face significant financial losses if they decide to sell. Johnson also expressed his admiration for the club's new manager, Enzo Maresca, and his confidence in the team's ability to succeed under his leadership.
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