Mendy's Shock Exit! Zurich FC Sacks Ex-Man City Star After Just 8 Games!

Benjamin Mendy, the former Manchester City defender, has been released by Swiss side FC Zurich after a brief and underwhelming stint. Just eight games into his contract, the club terminated his deal, citing poor performance and off-field issues as contributing factors.

A Disappointing Chapter

Mendy signed with FC Zurich in February, hoping to revive his career after a turbulent period. The contract was set to run until the summer of 2026, but it was cut short by mutual consent. The club's statement wished him well for the future, but the underlying sentiment was clear: Mendy's time in Zurich was a failure.

"FC Zurich announces that the contract with French defender Benjamin Mendy has been terminated by mutual consent. He is leaving the city club with immediate effect. FCZ wishes Benjamin Mendy all the best for his private and sporting future," the club stated on their website.

President's Criticism

The writing was on the wall after scathing remarks from FC Zurich president Ancillo Canepa. He openly criticised Mendy's performances, stating that he was "not at his best at all, played very badly, conceded goals, and got injured." Canepa added that Mendy's impact was "certainly not what we expected."

• Made only 8 appearances for FC Zurich.
• Struggled to regain form since leaving Manchester City.
• Previously played for Lorient, making only 15 appearances.

Mendy, now 31, faces an uncertain future as he searches for a new club. His career has been on a downward spiral since his departure from Manchester City, where he was once a promising talent. Allegations of sexual offences led to his suspension from the club and severely impacted his professional trajectory.

The termination of his contract with FC Zurich marks another setback for Mendy, highlighting the challenges he faces in rebuilding his career.