Chelsea manager Graham Potter provided clarity on the early substitution of Mykhailo Mudryk in their recent Premier League match against Fulham. The £88.5 million signing was handed his first start for the club but struggled on the pitch and was replaced by Noni Madueke at halftime, sparking confusion and speculation among fans and commentators.
Gary Neville, a former Manchester United defender and prominent pundit, questioned the move during his analysis on Sky Sports. However, Potter offered a straightforward explanation post-game, revealing that Mudryk had been feeling under the weather with a cold.
In his 45-minute appearance, Mudryk recorded no shots or key passes and had limited involvement with just 19 touches. Meanwhile, Madueke made an impact in his second-half debut, with 40 touches, two dribbles, two key passes, and a higher duel success rate of four out of five.
