Real Madrid, a French international returns

Present this Friday at a press conference, José Mourinho confirmed the big return of Ferland Mendy to Real Madrid. The

By Manu Tournoux · French Football Weekly

Published: Friday, 9 October 2026 at 11:20 AM

Key Things to Know

Ferland Mendy has returned to collective training with Real Madrid following a lengthy injury absence.
Real Madrid manager José Mourinho confirmed the French left-back is training on the pitch with the team.
Mendy suffered a right femoral tendon injury against Espanyol on May 3.

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Real Madrid coach José Mourinho announced on Friday that French international left-back Ferland Mendy is returning to collective training with the squad. Mendy had been sidelined since suffering an injury to his right femoral tendon on May 3 during a match against Espanyol.

While the 31-year-old defender is back on the pitch for group sessions, he still requires medical clearance and optimal fitness before returning to competitive match play. He also faces competition at left-back following the club's summer signing of Marc Cucurella.

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