Tottenham have completed the signing of Chelsea winger Mykhailo Mudryk on loan until the end of the season, reuniting the 25-year-old Ukraine international with manager Roberto de Zerbi. The deal includes a non-mandatory option for Spurs to make the move permanent for £75m, with the club set to pay a loan fee while covering Mudryk's wages.
The agreement came after Tottenham made an enquiry to Chelsea on 31 August 2026, following Leeds United's earlier rejection of a loan bid for the winger. De Zerbi, who previously managed Mudryk at Shakhtar Donetsk before the player's 2023 move to Chelsea, has now brought him to North London at a late stage of the transfer window.
Mudryk expressed his eagerness to contribute immediately.
It's a great feeling and I can't wait to start training and playing for the club,he said.
I'm a player who brings speed and creativity, and I want to help in both the offensive and defensive areas. I want to make the fans excited. I can see it's a strong squad here with good players, and I'm looking forward to sharing a pitch and special moments with them.
De Zerbi outlined his vision for the winger's development at the club.
Having worked with Misha earlier in his career, I know exactly what he can bring to our team,the manager said.
He has the quality to change a game with his speed and ability in one-vs-one situations, and is an exciting, attacking talent. I will demand a lot from Misha and it is our job to help him find the best version of himself. If we do that then he can become a very important player for us. I am very happy he chose to come here, and I cannot wait to work with him again.
Why did Mudryk's move take so long?
Mudryk had been sidelined for an extended period following a doping case that was resolved in late July 2026. According to reports from early August, he was cleared to resume playing after disciplinary proceedings were concluded in agreement with the World Anti-Doping Agency. However, he had not featured in a competitive match since November 2024, making his return to action a gradual process.
Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso included Mudryk in the squad for a pre-season friendly against Juventus in Hong Kong, where he made his comeback appearance. Despite this, Mudryk was not selected for Chelsea's subsequent Premier League matches against Fulham and Brighton, or the Carabao Cup victory over Luton, leaving his future at Stamford Bridge uncertain. Chelsea were reported to be undecided on his future following his clearance to play again, making a loan move a logical option before the transfer deadline.
What is Mudryk's track record at Chelsea?
During his time at Chelsea, Mudryk made 73 appearances across all competitions, scoring 10 goals and providing 11 assists. His spell at the club has been disrupted by the extended absence, but his underlying quality as an attacking talent with pace and technical ability remains evident to De Zerbi and Tottenham's recruitment team.
Where does this fit in Tottenham's summer spending?
Mudryk becomes Tottenham's ninth signing of an exceptionally busy transfer window in which the club has spent over £300m. The loan deal represents a relatively low-risk approach to adding attacking depth, with the permanent option allowing Spurs to assess his performance over the 2026-27 campaign before committing to a longer-term investment.
Tottenham were also expected to complete the permanent signing of Chelsea defender Tosin Adarabioyo on the transfer deadline, further strengthening their squad for the season ahead.
How did Spurs end up with Mudryk?
Tottenham's pursuit of Mudryk came after the club failed in attempts to sign other attacking targets. Iliman Ndiaye, who Spurs had targeted, joined Manchester City from Everton, while Liverpool's Cody Gakpo remained at Anfield. With the deadline approaching and Chelsea open to a loan arrangement, De Zerbi moved quickly to secure a player he knew well from their time together in Ukraine.
What happens next?
Tottenham's permanent option on Mudryk will only become relevant next summer if the club chooses to activate the £75m clause. The coming season will serve as an evaluation period for both player and club, with Spurs assessing whether the investment in a permanent deal makes sense based on his performances and contribution to the team's objectives.
Key Facts:
- Mudryk joins on loan with a non-mandatory £75m permanent option
- The 25-year-old has not played competitively since November 2024 due to a doping case that was resolved in July 2026
- De Zerbi previously managed Mudryk at Shakhtar Donetsk before the winger's 2023 move to Chelsea
- Tottenham have now made nine signings this summer, spending over £300m in total
- Mudryk scored 10 goals and provided 11 assists in 73 games for Chelsea
