Mykhaylo Mudryk Ruled Out for 6-8 Weeks With Ankle Injury at Tottenham

Just days after completing his loan move from Chelsea, Mykhaylo Mudryk has suffered a fresh injury blow at Tottenham Hotspur. Mudryk has suffered an injury and will be sidelined for 6-8 weeks. The news arrives at the worst possible moment for a player who had only just returned to competitive football after a lengthy suspension.

The Injury

Mykhaylo Mudryk has suffered another frustrating setback after sustaining an ankle injury in training, with the Tottenham Hotspur winger expected to be sidelined for six to eight weeks. It was initially suggested that it would keep him out of action until the international break, but it turns out the injury is more serious.

This injury genuinely sets Mudryk back, as we may not be able to see him in action until the start of November.

How the Move Came About

The Tottenham Hotspur winger only joined the club on a season-long loan from Chelsea on deadline day and made his debut from the bench against Nottingham Forest last weekend.

Mudryk was expected to go on loan this season, but few people expected Spurs to be his destination. The winger’s relationship with manager Roberto De Zerbi swung things that way, and a deal was done with a £75 million option to buy included.

The reunion with De Zerbi was a major part of the appeal, with Mudryk describing the Tottenham manager as a crucial figure in his career.

His Debut and Return to Football

Mykhaylo Mudryk made his Tottenham debut as a late substitute in Spurs’ 0-0 draw against Nottingham Forest on September 5, marking his first competitive appearance in around 20 months. However, his return has now been cut short by the latest injury.

Background: The Ban That Kept Him Out

Mykhaylo Mudryk made 73 appearances for Chelsea and scored 10 goals before being suspended following an adverse finding for meldonium in 2024. His suspension was resolved in July 2026, allowing him to return to competitive football before Tottenham handed him an opportunity to revive his career.

Mudryk’s setback therefore comes at an unfortunate time, with Roberto De Zerbi hoping to help the 25-year-old rebuild his career after almost two years away from competitive football.

Mudryk’s Career Timeline

Impact on Tottenham

Tottenham have already been dealing with several injury concerns in attack, making Mudryk’s absence another challenge for De Zerbi as he looks to improve a side that is still searching for its first Premier League goal of the season.

With Wilson Odobert out with an ACL injury and Mudryk now joining him on the treatment table, Mathys Tel is the only natural left-winger that the Tottenham boss has at his disposal.

With Wilson Odobert and Xavi Simons out with ACL ruptures, Mathys Tel is currently the only other natural left-winger at the Italian tactician’s disposal. De Zerbi has to manage Tel’s game time and fitness carefully, while slowly increasing Mohamed Kudus’ minutes on the pitch.

Matches Mudryk Could Miss

Spurs host Everton before travelling to Liverpool in the EFL Cup on Tuesday. Their final game before the break comes at home to Aston Villa on September 19. Beyond those fixtures, the injury window of six to eight weeks could see Mudryk sidelined well into October 2026.

The Bigger Picture at Tottenham

The injury is another unwanted complication for a Tottenham attack that has struggled to find consistency during the opening weeks of the season. Spurs spent heavily on their forward options during the summer, bringing in Savio and Omar Marmoush before making the late move for Mudryk.

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