Mutu appeals Blues sacking after dope shame

THE Premier League have confirmed an appeal has been lodged by Adrian Mutu against his sacking by Chelsea for a positive drugs test.

The Romanian striker was suspended for seven months by the FA after having his contract terminated by the west London club for gross misconduct after he admitted using cocaine.

FIFA agreed to extend the FA’s ban worldwide, but only on playing matches, which has meant Mutu can train with former side Dinamo Bucharest and could be ready to return to play for a club as soon as his ban expires in May.