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Tottenham and Chelsea in talks over Mykhaylo Mudryk loan move

Tottenham Hotspur have confirmed the season-long loan signing of Chelsea winger Mykhaylo Mudryk, with reports of a permanent option. The move follows a failed pursuit of Cody Gakpo and a last-minute shift in transfer plans.

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Tottenham confirm Mudryk loan

Tottenham Hotspur have confirmed that Chelsea winger Mykhailo Mudryk has joined the club on a season-long loan, as reported by Sports Mole. The London club have been looking to strengthen their attack before the transfer window's deadline at 11pm, and have now secured the Ukrainian international for the rest of the season. According to the same report, Tottenham also hold an option to sign the 25-year-old permanently for £75 million.

Mudryk has not played a competitive match since November 2024 due to a doping ban, but is now eligible to play following the end of his 20-month suspension at Chelsea, as noted by Yardbarker. The winger returned to training with Chelsea during pre-season, but with the Blues well-stocked in wide areas, they are open to sanctioning a loan departure, according to that report.

Background to the move

Tottenham's interest in Mudryk emerged amid a busy final day of the transfer window. The club had been linked with Liverpool's Cody Gakpo for months, but a deal ultimately failed to materialise, leaving manager Roberto De Zerbi searching for an alternative, as reported by Sports Mole. De Zerbi previously worked with Mudryk at Shakhtar Donetsk between 2021 and 2022, a connection that may have played a role in the move.

Yardbarker adds that Tottenham were also pursuing Everton's Iliman Ndiaye, with journalist David Ornstein reporting on Sunday that the two clubs had reached an agreement in principle that would have seen Richarlison move the other way. However, Manchester City moved ahead of Spurs in the race for Ndiaye, with a £65 million package agreed between Everton and Manchester City. This development led Tottenham's club chiefs to look elsewhere, and attention turned to Mudryk.

Mudryk's preference for Spurs

Transfer journalist Fabrizio Romano reported on X that Mudryk has said 'yes' to joining Tottenham, according to Yardbarker. The report states that Mudryk has put other options, including Leeds United, on the backburner in order to work with Roberto De Zerbi again. Discussions between Tottenham and Chelsea are currently underway over a loan deal, the same source reports.

Tactical considerations

The arrival of Mudryk adds another option to Tottenham's attacking unit. Sports Mole notes that Mudryk has primarily operated on the left side of attack, and could be deployed on that flank alongside other new signings. Savinho, who joined from Manchester City, can play on both sides but has more often been used on the right. Omar Marmoush, also signed from Manchester City, struggled to claim a starting role there and is at his best in central areas, where he could partner Dominic Solanke or support James Maddison.

Risk assessment

Signing a player who has missed nearly two years of competitive football carries considerable risk, as Sports Mole notes. The report suggests that even the loan deal could be problematic if Mudryk is expected to play a significant role as a first-team starter. De Zerbi's previous knowledge of the player may give him confidence that he can get the best out of the winger.

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Sports Mole

Framing: Announces the confirmed transfer and frames it as a loan move that raises the question of Tottenham's potential lineup.

as of Sep 1, 2026, 11:18 PM UTC

Facts Included:

Tottenham Hotspur have confirmed that Chelsea winger Mykhailo Mudryk has joined the club on a season-long loan.
Spurs have been keen on strengthening their attack this summer, and they have been trying to add players up until the transfer window's deadline at 11pm
Liverpool's Cody Gakpo had been linked for months, though a deal ultimately failed to materialise, leaving Roberto De Zerbi searching for an alternative.
The Londoners emerged as a surprise suitor for Chelsea winger Mudryk, who has not played a competitive match since November 2024 due to a doping ban.
Spurs have now confirmed the arrival of the Ukrainian on loan for the rest of the season, with the club also having the option sign him permanently for £75m.
Mudryk has primarily operated on the left side of attack, so he is almost certain to be used on that flank, especially considering the other additions Spurs have made this summer.
Winger Savinho can play on both sides of the pitch, but he has more often been deployed on the right of attack during his time in the Premier League.
Omar Marmoush struggled to claim a starting role at Manchester City, though he is at his best when playing in central areas.
The Egyptian could be used as the team's striker or as a partner to Dominic Solanke, while James Maddison is another option in central areas.
Considering that Mudryk has effectively missed two years of football, signing him permanently would be an immense risk.
Even the loan deal that Spurs have agreed could be problematic if he is expected to play a significant role as a first-team starter.
De Zerbi worked with the 25-year-old at Shakhtar Donetsk between 2021 and 2022, so perhaps the Italian boss believes he can adequately platform the winger.

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Yardbarker

Framing: Emphasizes that Mudryk has agreed to join Tottenham, citing Fabrizio Romano as the source. — Speculative and enthusiastic

as of Aug 31, 2026, 9:16 PM UTC

Facts Included:

Tottenham are exploring a move for Chelsea winger Mykhaylo Mudryk.
David Ornstein reported that Tottenham reached an agreement in principle with Everton for Iliman Ndiaye, with Richarlison heading the other way.
Manchester City have moved ahead of Spurs in the race to sign Ndiaye.
A £65m package has been agreed between Everton and Manchester City.
Fabrizio Romano reported on X that Mudryk said 'yes' to joining Tottenham.
Mudryk has put other options, including Leeds United, on the backburner to work with Roberto De Zerbi again.
Discussions between Tottenham and Chelsea are underway over a loan deal.
Mudryk is eligible to play following the end of his 20-month suspension at Chelsea.
Chelsea are open to sanctioning a loan departure for Mudryk.

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Claim	Confidence	Status
ClaimTottenham Hotspur have confirmed that Chelsea winger Mykhailo Mudryk has joined the club on a season-long loan.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via Sports Mole as of Sep 1, 2026, 11:18 PM UTC
ClaimTottenham have the option to sign Mykhailo Mudryk permanently for £75m.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via Sports Mole as of Sep 1, 2026, 11:18 PM UTC
ClaimMykhailo Mudryk has not played a competitive match since November 2024 due to a doping ban.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via Sports Mole as of Sep 1, 2026, 11:18 PM UTC
ClaimRoberto De Zerbi worked with Mykhailo Mudryk at Shakhtar Donetsk between 2021 and 2022.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via Sports Mole as of Sep 1, 2026, 11:18 PM UTC
ClaimTottenham have been trying to add players up until the transfer window's deadline at 11pm.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via Sports Mole as of Sep 1, 2026, 11:18 PM UTC
ClaimA deal for Liverpool's Cody Gakpo to join Tottenham failed to materialise.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via Sports Mole as of Sep 1, 2026, 11:18 PM UTC
ClaimTottenham are exploring a move for Chelsea winger Mykhaylo Mudryk.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via Yardbarker as of Aug 31, 2026, 9:16 PM UTC
ClaimDavid Ornstein reported that Tottenham Hotspur have reached an agreement in principle with Everton for Iliman Ndiaye, with Richarlison heading in the opposite direction.	ConfidenceMedium	StatusSingle-source via Yardbarker as of Aug 31, 2026, 9:16 PM UTC
ClaimManchester City have moved ahead of Tottenham in the race to sign Iliman Ndiaye.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via Yardbarker as of Aug 31, 2026, 9:16 PM UTC
ClaimA £65m package has been agreed between Everton and Manchester City for Iliman Ndiaye.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via Yardbarker as of Aug 31, 2026, 9:16 PM UTC
ClaimFabrizio Romano reported on X that Chelsea winger Mykhaylo Mudryk has said 'yes' to joining Tottenham.	ConfidenceMedium	StatusSingle-source via Yardbarker as of Aug 31, 2026, 9:16 PM UTC
ClaimMykhaylo Mudryk has put other options, including Leeds United, on the backburner to work with Roberto De Zerbi again.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via Yardbarker as of Aug 31, 2026, 9:16 PM UTC
ClaimDiscussions between Tottenham and Chelsea are underway over a loan deal for Mykhaylo Mudryk.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via Yardbarker as of Aug 31, 2026, 9:16 PM UTC
ClaimMykhaylo Mudryk is eligible to play following the end of his 20-month suspension at Chelsea.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via Yardbarker as of Aug 31, 2026, 9:16 PM UTC
ClaimChelsea are open to sanctioning a loan departure for Mykhaylo Mudryk.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via Yardbarker as of Aug 31, 2026, 9:16 PM UTC
ClaimTottenham have spent well in excess of £300 million this summer.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via Yardbarker as of Aug 31, 2026, 9:16 PM UTC

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2 distinct · 2 mastheads · 2 articles consulted: Sports Mole, Yardbarker 16 claims extracted Version 1 Written 2026-09-01