Real Madrid’s preparations for next season are in full swing as the Merengues look forward to retaining their status as La Liga and UEFA Champions League winners.
In addition to recruiting new stars, the club is also embroiled in the task of contract extensions for key players, ensuring that their core team remains strong and competitive.
After facing an uncertain future for the last few months, it appears Ferland Mendy is poised to receive a renewal offer, with an agreement set to be disclosed in the coming days.
Ferland Mendy’s continuity in sight
Indeed, according to MARCA, extending Mendy’s contract has been a priority for coach Carlo Ancelotti and Real Madrid’s directors since last season. Now, it appears the agreement will be finalized once Mendy returns from vacation.
Mendy has overcome a challenging period that almost led to an exit. But when injuries subsided, he proved Ancelotti’s prediction right by becoming the world’s best defensive full-back.
Barcelona wonderkid and UEFA Euro 2024’s Young Player of the Tournament award winner, Lamine Yamal, even confessed that Mendy is the toughest full-back he had gone up against.
Despite early injury struggles, as he missed most of the first half of the season, Mendy turned things around, turning up in crucial moments thanks to improved fitness and the full confidence of Ancelotti.
A respected figure in the dressing room
Mendy is content at Madrid, where he is well-loved and respected by the team. The ongoing contract talks reflect this mutual appreciation.
Coaches and directors see Mendy and Fran Garcia as complementary left-back options. While Garcia provides an offensive threat with overlapping runs, Mendy’s defensive prowess stands out.
All in all, the Real Madrid hierarchy is confident that an agreement will be finalised soon, ensuring Mendy remains with Real Madrid beyond his current contract, which expires on June 30, 2025.
*Player valuation in title obtained from transfermarkt.com on date of publication