Pochettino explains why he replaced Mudryk at half-time of Fulham match

Chelsea head coach Mauricio Pochettino has revealed the reason why Mykhailo Mudryk was replaced at half-time of the Premier League match against Fulham (2-0).

Mikhail Mudryk, Getty Images

"He felt something in his quadriceps, which we need to assess. He did not feel comfortable to continue the game. We hope it won't be a big problem and he will be available on Saturday," Pochettino was quoted as saying by the Blues' press service.

It will be recalled that in this match, the Ukrainian winger scored his debut goal for Chelsea.

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