{
  "id": 5182306,
  "title": "Mudryk joins Spurs on loan from Chelsea",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/02/mudryk-joins-spurs-on-loan-from-chelsea",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-02T22:00:16.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "New Straits Times",
    "slug": "new-straits-times",
    "url": "https://www.nst.com.my/sports/football/2026/09/1524595/mudryk-joins-spurs-loan-chelsea"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Ukraine striker Mykhailo Mudryk has moved to Tottenham Hotspur on loan from Chelsea, just over a month after being cleared to return following an anti-doping ban. The 25-year-old forward expressed his excitement about joining Roberto De Zerbi's team, praising the coach and his desire to contribute both offensively and defensively. Mudryk, who joined Chelsea from Shakhtar Donetsk in January 2023, struggled to make an impact before his career was halted due to a meldonium anti-doping violation in 2024. The ban was initially four years but was reduced through appeal, in agreement with the FA and WADA. Tottenham, who have spent around £300 million in the summer transfer window, identified Mudryk as an attractive option to bolster their attacking options. The Italian coach confirmed his interest in Mudryk, noting his speed, creativity, and attacking talent, and emphasized the need to help him reach his best version. Central defender Tosin Adarabioyo also joined the north London club from Chelsea for £7 million, just before the transfer deadline.",
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}