Ferland Mendy has successfully undergone surgery on a recurring thigh injury at a private hospital in Lyon, with Real Madrid medical staff confirming the procedure went ahead without complications. The 30-year-old French left-back suffered damage to the rectus femoris in his right leg during Madrid's 3-0 victory over Espanyol on May 3, marking his fifth injury setback of a frustrating campaign.
Specialist surgeon Dr. Bertrand Sonnery-Cottet performed the operation at the Jean-Mermoz private hospital with Real Madrid's medical team overseeing the intervention. The club released an official statement confirming the repair was completed successfully and that Mendy would commence rehabilitation immediately. Prior to the surgery, several Spanish media outlets raised alarm about potential career-threatening complications, with some reports suggesting up to a year of lost time. Those concerns have now been firmly dismissed.
Recovery Timeline and Return Expectations
Medical projections are considerably more optimistic than early speculation suggested. Real Madrid expects Mendy to return to full training within three to four months, potentially placing him in contention for the opening stages of next season. RMC Sport reports the defender remains mentally committed to his recovery and has no intention of retiring from professional football. His availability will prove crucial as he attempts to reclaim his position as a key defensive fixture on Madrid's left flank.
The injury setbacks have extended beyond club duties, impacting Mendy's international prospects with France. Despite earning 10 caps for Les Bleus, he has not featured since Euro 2024 and faces an uphill battle to regain form and consistency before the next international campaign. For both Mendy and Real Madrid, a smooth recovery from this surgery represents an opportunity to put a troublesome season behind him and re-establish himself as a dependable defensive option at the Bernabéu.
