Ferland Mendy staying at Real Madrid as exit talk is dismissed

Ferland Mendy has no intention of leaving Real Madrid early. The French defender's camp has dismissed reports of a possible contract termination, insisting that no talks with the club are taking place. Mendy's main focus, according to those close to him, is getting back on the pitch. The left-back is recovering from injury faster than expected and could be in contention again by late September. His path back has become tougher, though, with Marc Cucurella and Álvaro Carreras both emerging as options, leaving Mendy third in the pecking order on the left side of defense. Real Madrid are said to be looking at ways to free up squad space for potential new signings, with Yan Diomande and Rodri among the names mentioned - but Mendy is not entertaining the idea of leaving the Spanish capital.