In the summer, Bayer Leverkusen also tried the then comparatively unknown offensive talent Mykhaylo Mudryk. In the meantime, a 20 million transfer seemed within reach – but Shakhtar Donetsk gambled high, raised the transfer fee several times and are now being handsomely rewarded for this tactic.
Mudryk is now joining Chelsea with immediate effect. The Londoners put up to 100 million euros on the table for the Ukrainian international, including bonus payments. 70 million flow immediately, another 30 million can follow.
Arsenal outdone
Mudryk was under contract in Donetsk until the end of 2026. The 22-year-old has 29 points (12 goals, 17 assists) in 44 games for Shakhtar. Chelsea edged out league rivals Arsenal in the race for left winger, and the Gunners also agreed with Donetsk on a 100 million transfer fee.
The blond boy has signed with Chelsea until 2031. Mudryk was already in the stands for today’s game against Crystal Palace.
