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Without realizing it, Ferland Mendy was perhaps the Madrid player who had the most to prove this season. In a squad where the vast majority of players had already proven themselves, the Frenchman had not yet completely convinced everyone in the Spanish capital. Without being criticized or scorned by the Merengue public, the player who arrived in 2019 was not necessarily seen as a player capable of playing at the best level, and some even felt that he was a bit of a weak link in the team.
It was mainly his offensive contribution that was somewhat questioned, more than his defensive qualities that were already proven. But this season, the former Le Havre and Olympique de Marseille player has proven everyone wrong. While Fran Garcia was recruited to bring competition and the shadow of Alphonso Davies was already hanging over his head, he had a superb season, being indisputable in the eyes of Carlo Ancelotti, and now, in the eyes of fans and journalists.
No hesitation on either side
A reference season that has dispelled doubts around him, and which will allow him to obtain a nice reward. As indicated by the daily Brandhis contract extension should be finalized in the coming days. It was one of the priorities set by Carlo Ancelotti to the management, and in the eyes of the staff, he is even the best full-back in the world on the defensive side. The player was immediately receptive to him when the first contacts took place a few weeks ago, ignoring great offers from Saudi Arabia in particular.
It must be said that the one whose lease expires in 2025 feels very good in Madrid, according to the media. He is very appreciated in the locker room, and he also feels valued at his fair value by his management. This does not definitively rule out the Davies option, but barring a catastrophe or a drastic drop in level, Ferland Mendy is set to be the starter on the left side of the Madrid defense for years to come…
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