Former Chelsea star Andriy Shevchenko has sent some advice to fellow countryman Mykhailo Mudryk after his difficult start to life at Stamford Bridge.

“What worked for me in Milan and London was immersing myself in the culture, studying the language so I can communicate with my team-mates,” Shevchenko told The Athletic.

“That will help him acclimatise quicker, which is important when you move to any country in the world. On the pitch, the club and the manager will provide him with everything he needs to raise his level.

“Chelsea have bought a talented player when he is very young, for the future. He’s just starting his path in a massive football career.

“But his first step has been the right step, coming to Chelsea. He’s part of an ambitious project. He’s in good hands.”