Mendy Faces Year-Long Layoff at Real Madrid

The 30-year-old French defender requires surgery to repair the complex injury, which has cast doubt on his professional future. According to reports, Mendy's camp is considering retirement if rehabilitation doesn't progress favorably. sweetbonan.org

The setback is a significant blow to Real Madrid, who will lose their defensive mainstay for the entire upcoming season. Mendy's recovery will be closely monitored as he confronts what his agent has described as the toughest challenge of his career.