Key Takeaways:
- Ferland Mendy will return to training with Real Madrid this week after recovering from a hand injury
- The French defender has yet to train under new manager Xabi Alonso, who replaced Carlo Ancelotti after last season
- Despite his return, Mendy is expected to serve as a backup to Alvaro Carreras, signed for 50 million euros from Benfica this summer
Mendy’s Return to Training
Ferland Mendy is set to rejoin his Real Madrid teammates in training this week, signalling the end of his rehabilitation from a hand injury. The left back’s last appearance for the club occurred during the derby against Barcelona on 26 April.
Transition Under New Management
Since sustaining his injury, Mendy has not participated in any training sessions led by new head coach Xabi Alonso, who took charge at Real Madrid following the departure of Carlo Ancelotti at the conclusion of the previous campaign.
🚨 BREAKING: Ferland Mendy will return to training THIS WEEK! @MarioCortegana ⏳⏳⏳ pic.twitter.com/bEQgXcFSWd
— Madrid Zone (@theMadridZone) October 13, 2025
Mendy’s Real Madrid Career and Injury Record
Real Madrid brought Ferland Mendy in from Lyon in 2019 for a transfer fee of 48 million euros. Over the course of the past six years, Mendy has featured in 201 matches for the club. Despite enduring a series of injuries resulting in more than 100 missed games, the French defender secured a contract extension with Real Madrid in 2024.
Competition for the Left Back Role
Following his return to fitness, Mendy is expected to serve as a substitute, with Alvaro Carreras now the preferred left back. Carreras joined Real Madrid from Benfica for 50 million euros during the summer transfer window.
| Player | Transfer Fee (euros) | Matches Played | Games Missed Due to Injury |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ferland Mendy | 48 million | 201 | 100+ |
| Alvaro Carreras | 50 million | 9 | 0 |
