Real Madrid's Mendy faces year-long injury battle

The 30-year-old French defender will undergo surgery to repair the damage, though his camp is reportedly considering retirement if rehabilitation doesn't progress favorably. The serious diagnosis comes after what initially seemed like a few-month absence. umafrika.club

The injury means Real Madrid will lose their defensive mainstay for the entire next season, putting Mendy's future at the top level in doubt as he faces the toughest challenge of his career.