Benjamin Mendy: Manchester City star offers positive update after knee surgery – ‘other knee was jealous’
Benjamin Mendy insists he will be ‘back soon’ after undergoing surgery on his left knee.The Manchester City defender had an operation on a meniscus problem on Wednesday night after withdrawing from the France squad.Benjamin Mendy has made 10 appearances for Manchester City this season2
Benjamin Mendy has made 10 appearances for Manchester City this season
Mendy, 24, missed the majority of last season after rupturing the anterior cruciate ligament in his right knee against Crystal Palace in September 2017.He returned from injury in April this year and has started nine of City’s 12 Premier League games this season, including the 3-1 derby victory over Manchester United on Sunday.Mendy cost a reported 52million when he moved to the Etihad from Monaco in 2017.Mendy played the full 90 minuts in Manchester City’s win over Manchester United at the weekend2
Mendy played the full 90 minuts in Manchester City’s win over Manchester United at the weekend
A statement from City read: “Manchester City can confirm that Benjamin Mendy has undergone surgery on his left knee tonight.“The Frenchman, who played the full 90 minutes in the weekend’s 3-1 win over rivals Manchester United, travelled to join up with his national team before withdrawing from the squad.“The 24-year-old defender attended Dr. Cugat’s clinic in Barcelona where scans revealed that surgery was required.“That surgery was conducted on Wednesday evening and everyone at Manchester City wishes Benjamin a speedy recovery.”No timescale has been given for Mendy’s return but he posted a positive update on his Twitter page.
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