After an injury ladened career with Real Madrid, Ferland Mendy looked the most dispensable player in Ancelotti’s squad. Fast Forward to the dream campaign the Frenchman enjoyed last season, Mendy is now one of the key members of this Real Madrid’s super team.

Owing to his recent performances, journalist Jose Felix Diaz of Marca, claims Real Madrid has rewarded Mendy with a contract renewal. (Via Madridxtra)

Mendy RENEWS till 2027

According to the Spanish journalist, Ferland Mendy has added two years to his stay at Real Madrid. It’s said to be a done deal between the two parties.

The source also claimed an official announcement is expected in the coming days.

With regards to Mendy’s extension, if there’s one man who has never seized to believe in him, its Ancelotti. The Italian gaffer even went as far as to label mendy the best defensive LB in the world last season.

Commenting on Ancelotti’s involvement in the Renewal, the source added;

Carlo Ancelotti asked Real Madrid to renew Ferland Mendy’s contract before going on holidays in the summer.

When there were rumors of a departure, Ancelotti conveyed his concern to the club about the need for Mendy to stay.

BIG news for Real Madrid

There is no denying the fact that a fit Ferland Mendy is amongst the best LB’s in the world. When it comes to handling 1v1 situations with some of Europe’s very best, Mendy comes second to none.,

Although Mendy has been largely criticized for his attacking contributions in games, the truth is that, in a team of Bellingham, Vinicius, Arda Güler, Mbappe, Rodrygo, Valverde and Brahim Diaz, who are all attacking minded players, Mendy is not needed that much in attack.

The Frenchman would rather concentrate all his resources in defense, which has earned him praise from Europe bests. Las season, when asked who their toughest opponents were, both Nico Williams and lamine Yamal pointed at Ferland Mendy.

Giving both wingers impact last season, it’s seen as high praise for Mendy from one of the best.