NAMPALYS MENDY NEWS

Nampalys Mendy: Watford sign ex-Leicester City midfielder Watford make their 11th signing of the summer with the arrival of Senegal and ex-Leicester City mifielder, Nampalys Mendy.

AUGUST 28 • BBC.CO.UK

Limps off Tuesday Mendy was forced off with an apparent hamstring injury during the first half of Tuesday's clash with Sevilla.

Impact Mendy came off after just 23 minutes with the hamstring issue. It's possible it's just cramps though it certainly appeared to be far more serious than that. The midfielder will be an extreme doubt to play again before the winter break with Neil El Ayanaoui coming on to replace him.

DECEMBER 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Handed start Mendy had three crosses (zero accurate) and three tackles in Wednesday's 6-0 loss versus Arsenal. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 41st minute.

Impact Mendy was back in the starting XI on Wednesday, though it went about as poorly as possible. The midfielder struggled to slow down the Arsenal attack and was left standing by the wayside as the Gunners absolutely ripped the defense to shreds. Mendy will hope for easier days ahead back in Ligue 1 action.

NOVEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Sevilla Mendy (undisclosed) is in the starting XI for Wednesday's match against Sevilla.

Impact Mendy will be making his return to the pitch after being named to the starting XI for Wednesday's Champions League clash against Sevilla. It is the midfielder's debut for the club, being his first appearance since signing with the club in early September. He will add some much-needed depth to the midfield for Lens and will try to be a mainstay in the starting lineup after starting today.

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Makes squad debut Mendy (undisclosed) was called up for Wednesday's UCL matchup with Sevilla.

Impact Mendy joined the club from Leicester City this offseason and looks to be closing in on his Lens debut. Given his extended layoff, the midfielder may have to come off the bench initially but figures to be in the mix for a spot in the starting XI sooner rather than later.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable against Metz Mendy (undisclosed) is questionable for Saturday's clash with Metz, according to manager Franck Haise.

Impact Mendy is uncertain for Saturday's match with Metz. The midfielder joined Lens during the international break as a free agent and is a doubt to make his debut Saturday. It's possible he simply isn't up to match speed yet, if Mendy doesn't player Saturday he could make his debut during a Wednesday clash with Sevilla in the Champions League.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Signs with Lens Mendy signed with Lens on a contract through 2025, the club announced.

Impact Mendy departed Leicester following the conclusion of his contract and has now found his next club with Lens. The midfielder is back in Ligue 1 where he thrived previously with Nice. Mendy made 19 appearances (seven starts) for Leicester in a relegation-destined campaign in 2022-23.

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Won't return to Leicester Mendy will not be back with the Foxes for the 2023-24 campaign, the club announced Monday.

Impact Mendy saw action in 23 matches (10 starts) this season, in which he recorded one goal on four shots (one on target), 17 tackles and 16 interceptions, but was also an unused substitute 14 times. With Mendy out of contract heading into next season, he will no doubt be eager to find a landing spot that includes more playing time.

JUNE 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Conte's return ruined as Tottenham loses at Leicester 4-1

Manager Antonio Conte’s return to the dugout is a miserable one as his Tottenham is humiliated at Leicester 4-1 in the English Premier League

FEBRUARY 11, 2023 • Associated Press

Scores in win Mendy scored one goal on one shot, created one chance and won two of three tackles in Saturday's 4-1 win over Spurs.

Impact Mendy recorded his first goal of the season Saturday, as he slotted his 23rd minute shot into the top right corner to tie the game at one apiece. It was his only shot of the game, but he did create one chance in the match. He also played well defensively, winning two of three tackles attempted and intercepting two passes in his 69 minutes of action.

FEBRUARY 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Unused in cup Mendy didn't come off the bench during Tuesday's 3-0 Carabao Cup win over MK Dons.

Impact Mendy didn't come off the bench Tuesday, but was available after returning from the World Cup. The midfielder made just six appearances (0 starts) before the World Cup break, and will likely remain a fringe option with Leicester.

DECEMBER 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off bench in win Mendy played for 16 minutes of Tuesday's 2-1 win over Ecuador.

Impact Mendy had started the first two games of the group stage but Pathe Ciss was given a chance to play. The two will now compete for their starting spot in defensive-midfield for the knockout round.

NOVEMBER 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Injured Mané in Senegal's World Cup squad; Bayern concerned

Sadio Mané has been included in Senegal’s World Cup squad as coach Aliou Cissé gambles on one of the world’s best forwards being fit in time after injuring his lower right leg this...

NOVEMBER 11, 2022 • Associated Press

One interception in return Mendy had one interception in Saturday's 0-0 tie to Crystal Palace.

Impact Mendy made his season debut off the bench on Saturday after sitting out the first nine matches (knee). Injuries have plagued the 30-year-old in recent seasons, only making 14 appearances in 2021. Seem like Boubakary Soumare will start over him in the center-defensive midfield position until Mendy regains form to play in a full match.

OCTOBER 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Bench option versus Crystal Palace Mendy (knee) is available for Saturday's match against Crystal Palace.

Impact Mendy has recovered from a knee issue that cost him all the previous matches and is understandably being eased into action. He posted 12 tackles, 11 interceptions, ten clearances, and four blocks in 14 matches last season.

OCTOBER 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Could return to squad Saturday Mendy (knee) is back on the training pitch and may be in contention versus Crystal Palace on Saturday. Manager Brendan Rodgers told reporters, "Dennis Praet and Papy Mendy have com...

Impact Mendy has yet to get onto the pitch for the club in Premier League action this season, so fantasy players probably shouldn't be expecting him to jump right back into the starting XI. Still, once up to full match fitness, the midfielder should at least be in contention having started 12 of his 14 appearances for the club last year.

OCTOBER 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Saturday Mendy will be sidelined against Bournemouth on Saturday with a knee injury. Manager Brendan Rodgers told reporters, "It was just a clash of knees in training. The doctor and medica...

Impact Considering Mendy's only appearance for the club this season came in a Carabao Cup clash with Stockport on Aug. 23, his absence is unlikely to have any impact on the starting XI. Without a clear path to the pitch, Mendy will remain a relative non-factor in fantasy contests even once cleared to return.

OCTOBER 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Misses first half of the season Mendy missed the first half of the season with a groin injury and in international duty before making 14 appearances (12 starts).

Impact Mendy did not play for Leicester until February, first recovering from a groin injury and then playing for Senegal in the Africa Cup of Nations. The midfielder made his debut on February and then logged 14 appearances (12 starts), with no goals or assists. He also made 12 tackles, 11 interceptions and 10 clearances over that span.

JUNE 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Fine after early substitution Mendy was subbed off at the break of Sunday's win against Watford because of an illness but is expected to be fine for the final two matches.

Impact Mendy holds close to no fantasy value in his defensive midfield role, as he's simply there to defend and rarely gets forward for the Foxes. While he's getting time in the absence of Wilfred Ndidi, he's totaled one shot and one chance created in 10 starts (12 appearances).

MAY 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up yellow card Mendy was booked in the 46th minute against Everton on Sunday. Before being subbed off in the 66th minute, Mendy recorded one shot (on target) and one clearance.

Impact Between international duty and a groin injury, Mendy has appeared in just 10 contests (nine starts) for the club this season in which he registered one shot (on target), one chance created and eight interceptions. Given his production comes primarily in the form of defensive stats, Mendy is unlikely to offer more than mid-range fantasy value even with his place in the starting XI secure.

MAY 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

On bench Sunday Mendy (AFCON) is on the bench Sunday and has returned from AFCON.

Impact Mendy is on the bench Sunday and is fully available after returning from AFCON. The midfielder isn't much of a fantasy option and barely gets on the pitch, even when fit and fully available.

FEBRUARY 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

MATCHDAY: Leicester at Forest in Cup; Barça hosts Atlético

Leicester continues its defense of the FA Cup away to Nottingham Forest in the fourth round

FEBRUARY 5, 2022 • Associated Press

You can never write off Nampalys Mendy Once Leicester's record signing, the midfielder has been deemed surplus to requirements multiple times - but there may be one more reprieve

JANUARY 31, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Headed for international duty Mendy will be away from Leicester City for at least the next three matchups after being called up for the Africa Cup of Nations with Senegal.

Impact Considering Mendy has yet to make an appearance for Foxes this season, in part due to a groin problem, fantasy players are unlikely to be impacted by his absence. Even once back with the squad, Mendy will be hard-pressed to get onto the pitch.

JANUARY 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE