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Available for selection Mendes is available for Friday's clash with Montpellier after serving a one-game ban.

Impact Mendes started the season on the sideline due to a suspension, but is now available to return once more. The defender should be an option in the starting XI, though the amount of depth PSG have could limit his minutes.

AUGUST 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out of opener Mendes won't play in Friday's season opener against Le Havre due to a suspension.

Impact Mendes could certainly use some time off, as he represented Portugal in the summer at the 2024 Euros. The left-back will be eligible to make his season debut against Montpellier on Aug. 23.

AUGUST 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Serviceable versus Slovenia Mendes won one of three tackles and generated three crosses (one accurate), five clearances and one chance created in Monday's 3-0 victory on PKs versus Slovenia.

Impact Mendes often ventured forward creating some troubles for the opposing defense and was fine in the back as well, contributing to the clean sheet. It's the second for Portugal during the tournament. He has notched two key passes, eight crosses (one accurate) and nine tackles in three appearances.

JULY 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Returns late Mendes made just six appearances after missing a majority of the season via injury.

Impact Mendes was left sidelined for almost the entirety of the Ligue 1 season, but he did make his return before the end of the season. There's heavy competition for the starting roles at full-back in Paris, but Mendes should be one of the top options for a place in the starting XI when fit.

MAY 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Busy Tuesday Mendes had three shots (zero on goal), four crosses (one accurate) and four chances created in Tuesday's 1-0 defeat against Borussia Dortmund.

Impact Mendes got forward incessantly throughout Tuesday's clash, menacing the flank and sending a plethora of dangerous balls in. In the end it wasn't enough to break the deadlock, but Mendes still put together a nice showing. The full-back will have little to play for in the closing stages of the season with the Ligue 1 title wrapped up.

MAY 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Records assist Mendes assisted once to go with two crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Wednesday's 4-1 victory versus Lorient. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 26th mi...

Impact Mendes assisted Paris Saint-Germain's game-winning goal. This is Mendes' first assist since the 2022-23 Ligue 1, though his lack of goal contributions can be attributed to the hamstring injury that kept him out of action for much of earlier this season. At least now that Mendes is healthy, he can continue from where he left off.

APRIL 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Logs full 90 in first leg Nuno Mendes logged the full 90 minutes in the first leg of the quarterfinals matchup against Barcelona on April 10. He finished with one shot, one chance created, four inaccurate c...

Impact Mendes had a rough time dealing with the pace of Lamine Yamal all game long, but he was able to hold the promising youngster off the scoresheet while also making his mark defensively. Mendes has made just six appearances (two starts) this season, and given he had a full to rest before the second leg of this tie, don't be surprised if Mendes starts at left-back once again Tuesday.

APRIL 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores as reserve Mendes scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) in Sunday's 6-2 victory over Montpellier. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 72nd minute.

Impact Mendes has not started in Ligue 1 action following his availability from a hamstring injury. However, his limited role did not stop him from getting into goal-scoring action Sunday. By logging a goal himself then, Mendes broke his drought in the category, having gone more than a year and a half without one.

MARCH 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

62 minutes in start Mendes played 62 minutes and was shown a yellow card during his first start since coming back from a hamstring injury.

Impact Mendes spent almost 11 months on the sideline with a hamstring injury and on his first start back, he was active for an hour. This is his third appearance in a row, with two bench appearances in a pair of Ligue 1 matches. Mendes will hope to continue building this role slowly moving forward.

MARCH 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Still not yet ready for return Mendes (hamstring) will not be an option for Saturday's match against Nantes, as manager Luis Enrique told reporters, "It's very good news that Nuno can train with the group again....

Impact Mendes's return seems to be on the horizon at any time, as he is still not an option for Saturday after full participation in training this week. The full-back has yet to play this season, still being sidelined due to the same hamstring injury he suffered at the tail end of last season. At this point, the Portuguese player should be expected to return anytime, hopefully as soon as possible by getting on the team sheet to face Rennes next Sunday.

FEBRUARY 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Not ready to play Wednesday Mendes (hamstring) will not be available versus Real Sociedad on Wednesday.

Impact After Mendes returned to first-team training there was some hope he'd make the squad against Real Sociedad, however that doesn't seem to be the case. Still, the defender could be in the mix to link up with the squad ahead of Saturday's trip to Nantes.

FEBRUARY 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Full training participant Mendes (hamstring) will be a full participant in Tuesday's first-team training session.

Impact Mendes has yet to get onto the pitch for the club this season, with his last appearance coming April 30, 2023, versus FC Lorient. Given his extended layoff, the defender almost certainly will have to get some minutes off the bench before being in contention for a spot in the starting XI. If he doesn't make the bench against Real Sociedad on Wednesday, Mendes could rejoin the squad versus Nantes on Saturday.

FEBRUARY 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Training individually Mendes (hamstring) is working individually and occasionally with the team ahead of Saturday's clash with Lille, according to manager Luis Enrique."Nuno is getting closer to the goa...

Impact Mendes won't be back for Saturday's match but it appears that the full-back could return sooner rather than later. This long-term absence has been concerning for Mendes but the plethora of options at wing-back and left-back have made his absence more tolerable for PSG. Mendes' will need to return to full team training before any match action is possible.

FEBRUARY 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Limited in training Mendes (hamstring) has begun limited training sessions ahead of Saturday's matchup with Lille.

Impact Mendes has been ruled out for the team's Coupe de France matchup with Brest on Wednesday but appears to be trending in the right direction. Considering the defender has yet to feature this season, he should probably be expected to make an appearance or two off the bench before challenging for a spot in the starting XI.

FEBRUARY 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Not selected Mendes (hamstring) wasn't called up for Friday's clash with Strasbourg.

Impact Mendes won't be an option for Friday's clash after not being called up. The left-back is still recovering from a serious hamstring issue that has prevented him from making an appearance this season. Mendes is getting closer to a return though, and could be back as soon as a Feb. 10 clash with Lille.

FEBRUARY 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

In doubt for Friday Mendes took part in the first training session with the team on Thursday before heading to individual work, holding heavy doubt of a return heading into Friday's match against Stra...

Impact Mendes was expected to return to play on Friday but seems to be a little behind in his recovery process, as he is in heavy doubt about playing after still training individually Thursday. With the newest developments, it feels pretty safe to say the defender will be absent from another match, as not being fully upgraded to team training leaves a huge gap in the rehabilitation process. If he does not play Friday, the player will then hope to return against Lille next Saturday, as he will look to make his season debut on the team sheet.

FEBRUARY 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Starts individual training Mendes has been declared to have started individual training, his club announced Friday.

Impact Mendes has yet to touch the field this season, having gone down in the summer with a hamstring injury that has left him out for the past five months. He is getting closer to his return date at this point, and with the most recent development that he has started individual training, there is optimism that he could return on that Feb. 2 date he was planned for. He will still have a ways to go in his rehabilitation, but if he suffers no setbacks and all goes well, he could feature in the squad for the first time this campaign sometime in early February.

JANUARY 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out four months Mendes (hamstring) is set for four months out and hamstring surgery, PSG announced.

Impact Mendes underwent further examinations Wednesday and they came back negatively as the wing-back is now set for four months on the sideline. It's an awful turn as he seemed to be nearing a return to proper first team action.

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not training on Monday Mendes (hamstring) missed training on Monday ahead of Tuesday's match with Dortmund.

Impact Mendes is yet to make an appearance this season, and it seems like his return will be delayed even further after picking up an infection over the weekend. He has already been battling all season to return after picking up a serious hamstring injury at the end of last season's campaign and now has even more to deal with as he nurses a small infection. You can almost certainly rule the Portuguese defender out for the UCL group-stage match against Dortmund after picking up this knock.

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Remains limited in training Mendes (hamstring) won't be available against Nice on Friday as he has yet to resume full training. Per the club's release, the defender "continues his gradual recovery with the sq...

Impact Mendes has yet to get onto the pitch this season and should probably still be considered out indefinitely at this point. Considering he started five of his six Champions League appearances for the club last season, Mendes should be in contention to claim a spot in the starting XI once given the all-clear.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play against Lyon Nuno Mendes (hamstring) is not in the squad to face Lyon on Sunday.

Impact The left-back resumed training on grass but is not ready to play a competitive match yet, so PSG decided not to risk him. His next chance to feature will come against Nice on Sep. 17 after the international break.

SEPTEMBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Training on grass Mendes (hamstring) trained on grass Friday, PSG announced.

Impact Mendes was still in indviidual training Friday, but he was able to return to the pitch. The wing-back likely won't be fit for a return Saturday but is still holding out hope for a return during a Sept. 3 trip to Lyon before the international break.

AUGUST 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nearing return Mendes (hamstring) training individually on grass and will return to training within two weeks, PSG reports.

Impact Mendes is continuing his recovery from a long-term hamstring injury and is training on grass. The wing-back's earlier chance to return is an Aug. 26 clash with Lens, though it's possible he is held out until after the September international break to recover fully.

AUGUST 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not ready for pre-season Mendes (hamstring) is not in the traveling squad for PSG's pre-season tour of Japan.

Impact Mendes isn't in the pre-season squad as PSG head to Japan for four matches across the country. The wing-back made 23 appearances (18 starts) before suffering a hamstring injury that brought an early end to his season. Mendes, when fit, is the top choice at left-back with major upside on both sides of the ball.

JULY 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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