Real Madrid Defender Considering Retirement After Severe Hamstring Injury Ferland Mendy, the 30-year-old France international defender for Real Madrid, is reportedly contemplating retirement from professional football following a severe hamstring injury that has been diagnosed as more serious than initially feared. The injury occurred during Real Madrid’s 2-0 victory over Espanyol on Sunday night, when Mendy pulled up after just 10 minutes of play and was immediately substituted for Fran Garcia. The initial diagnosis suggested a hamstring tear, with an expected absence of four to five months and potential surgery. However, further assessments have revealed the injury is far more severe. According to reports from Cadena Cope, one of Mendy’s tendons has completely detached from the bone, causing extensive damage. This necessitates a more complex and prolonged recovery process. Medical experts estimate that Mendy will likely be out of action for at least a year, which would rule him out of the 2027-28 season. This marks the final year of his current Real Madrid contract, which runs until 2028. The injury has prompted discussions about his future in the sport, as the success of the required surgery in enabling him to return to the top level remains uncertain. Mendy’s potential retirement is influenced by his recent injury history. Over the past two seasons, his playing time has been significantly limited. This season, he has managed only 448 minutes, appearing in nine matches for Real Madrid. In contrast, during the previous campaign, he made 31 appearances and played over four times the number of minutes he has this season. This season alone, Mendy has suffered five separate injuries, which have impacted both his availability and mental resilience.#hamstring_injury #real_madrid #ferland_mendy #tendon_detachment #2027_28_season
