Ferland Mendy is not considering retirement despite suffering a serious femoral tendon rupture, according to reports from RMC Sport. The Real Madrid left-back sustained the injury during a match against Espanyol on Sunday, being substituted after just 15 minutes of play.
Mendy suffered a rupture of his right femoral tendon accompanied by a bone dislocation, prompting concerns about the potential end of his career. However, RMC Sport states that the France international is determined to return to the pitch and has no plans to retire.
The 29-year-old is expected to undergo surgery next week. While a full recovery timeline remains uncertain, a “very optimistic” scenario suggests Mendy could potentially return to action at the start of the 2024-2025 season. Mendy joined Real Madrid from Lyon in 2019 and has become a key player for the Spanish giants, contributing both defensively and offensively.
This news comes amid separate reports regarding an altercation between Real Madrid teammates Aurélien Tchouaméni and Federico Valverde, though Valverde has denied any physical fight took place. The club is reportedly taking steps to address the situation internally. Mendy’s commitment to recovery provides a positive note for Real Madrid as they navigate these other team matters, and the potential return of a key defender will be vital for future campaigns.
