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Real Madrid considers future of injured defender Ferland Mendy

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 18, 2026, 2:30 PM

Last updated Jun 18, 2026

Real Madrid considers future of injured defender Ferland Mendy

Summary

Real Madrid is assessing the status of defender Ferland Mendy, who has faced injury struggles over the past year and made only nine appearances in the 2025-26 season. Despite calls for a possible termination of his contract, the club reportedly plans to rely on him following his injury recovery in September. Mendy’s situation occurs in the context of new signings, including Marc Cucurella, leading to speculation about other left-backs in the squad. Dani Ceballos is confirmed to leave on a free transfer, and one of Alvaro Carreras or Fran Garcia is expected to depart as well this summer.

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Status Watch

•Ferland Mendy has struggled with injuries, participating in only nine matches last season.
•Real Madrid signed Marc Cucurella, adding pressure on Mendy's position in the squad.
•The club is currently not focused on terminating Mendy's contract.
•Dani Ceballos will leave Real Madrid on a free transfer this summer.
•One of Alvaro Carreras or Fran Garcia is expected to be transferred this summer.

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2:30 PMYahoo Sports — Real Madrid stance on cancelling contract of injured defender

What they're saying

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Real Madrid have already sealed the signing of four players, but they are also thinking about possible exits from Jose Mourinho’s squad. Dani Ceballos will be leaving on a free transfer, and he’s ...
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