Mudryk’s Continued Struggles Amid Controversy and Personal Developments

omidbasir- Mykhailo Mudryk has not actively participated in competitive football for over a year, following the announcement of a ban in December 2024. At that time, the 25-year-old had begun to regain his form with Chelsea, showcasing impressive performances in the Conference League.

Currently, he finds himself in a state of frustration, having recorded only 21 goal contributions over 73 appearances since his £62 million ($85 million) transfer to Stamford Bridge in January 2023. Mudryk, who is still facing the possibility of a more extended suspension, expressed his shock at the situation in June 2025 after charges were officially leveled against him by the Football Association. He stated, “This has come as a complete shock as I have never knowingly used any banned substances or broken any rules. I am working closely with my team to investigate how this could have happened.

“I know that I have not done anything wrong and remain hopeful that I will be back on the pitch soon. I cannot say any more now due to the confidentiality of the process, but I will as soon as I can.”

While he remains optimistic about clearing his name and returning to professional football, Mudryk has been actively connecting with 25-year-old actress Jordyn Jones. His interest in the Michigan native began in September 2025 when he commented on one of her videos, asking, “Guys, should I try?” He later invited her to Disneyland in Paris, and she shared pictures with her nine million Instagram followers, sparking speculation about their budding romance.

Mudryk has continued to engage with Jones publicly, complimenting her in a post featuring roses, stating, “Flowers suit you,” to which she replied, “Why thank you, darling.” Their interactions on social media have been marked by affectionate exchanges, with Mudryk calling her “the cutest” and sending emojis, while Jones has reciprocated by sharing an image of herself in a Chelsea scarf and following Mudryk back on Instagram, fueling further gossip about their relationship.

Jones first gained recognition as a dancer in the early 2010s, appearing in the series “Shake It Up,” and has since pursued modeling opportunities. Mudryk’s apparent interest in her suggests he is willing to take a chance in his personal life amidst the turmoil of his professional career.

Meanwhile, Chelsea Football Club has undergone managerial changes since Mudryk’s ban. Enzo Maresca was relieved of his coaching duties on New Year’s Day, with Liam Rosenior assuming his first Premier League managerial position. Rosenior has indicated that he has not yet spoken to Mudryk, who is currently unable to train with his teammates at Cobham. He expressed, “Not yet. It’s definitely something that I want to do, but there are many things I want to do and haven’t been able to do.

“But, no, he’s a magnificent player. He’s had a really difficult time, and when the moment is right for me, him, and the club, I’ll definitely have a conversation with him. The time will be right when I speak with the board and the sporting directors, and when it’s appropriate for him to be in a position where I can positively impact his career.”

Chelsea continues to compete across multiple fronts this season and has secured automatic qualification for the last-16 of the Champions League. The team is set to return to Premier League action on Saturday for a derby match against London rivals West Ham.