Mutu axed after positive drugs test

Chelsea today sacked shamed striker Adrian Mutu after he failed a random drug last month.

Mutu axed after positive drugs test
Fri, 29 Oct, 2004 - 09:38

Chelsea today sacked shamed striker Adrian Mutu after he failed a random drug last month.

The Premiership club terminated the player’s contract on the grounds of gross misconduct.

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