Arsenal and Manchester City could are interested in Ferland Mendy, with Real Madrid pondering a €60 million sale of the left-back.
According to Fichajes, Real Madrid could place Ferland Mendy in the market and recoup their investment. The Spanish giants reportedly seek €60 million for the left-back, with Premier League giants Arsenal and Manchester City keen.
Ferland Mendy has proven his worth as a reliable defender and lived up to the hype that saw Real Madrid pay close to €50 million for his signature. While his performances have been astute, the defender’s persistent absence through injuries bothers the hierarchy more.
Real Madrid could consider selling the €60 million-rated defender if a sizeable offer comes along. They would certainly want to profit from their investment in the left-back, which may not resemble a problem for Premier League clubs.
Manchester City have been keen on the defender and could look to invest if he became available. Pep Guardiola has been in the market for a new left-back and has had eyes for the €60 million-rated Real Madrid defender.
Summer signing Sergio Gomez has not proven his worth. Moreover, Nathan Ake has been relied upon heavily this season. Guardiola wants an experienced option and could swoop in for Mendy if he becomes available. Real Madrid are already looking at replacement options, with Valencia captain Jose Gaya, a target.
Meanwhile, the report also names Arsenal as a potential suitor for the 27-year-old Real Madrid defender. Mikel Arteta has a set squad, and his defensive unit may seem settled. However, Kieran Tierney faces an uncertain future at the Emirates, with Newcastle United prioritising the defender.
The Scotsman lost his place to Oleksandr Zinchenko but has produced quality performances when called upon. Without regular game time, Arsenal may find it difficult to hold on to Tierney and could cash in for a big offer.
However, they are unlikely to pay around €60 million for Mendy as they will focus their finances on priority signings like Declan Rice. Yet, Arsenal might enquire about the Real Madrid defender if he becomes available and sign him only for a reasonable price under their budget.
