The Legal Saga of Benjamin Mendy: Winning £11m from Man City While Under Investigation
Benjamin Mendy, the French defender formerly with Manchester City, has won a significant legal battle over unpaid wages during his suspension from the club while facing serious rape charges.
Mendy, who was suspended in 2021 after being charged with multiple counts of rape and sexual assault, was later acquitted of all charges in 2023.
Despite the legal issues, Mendy maintained that he was entitled to his wages for the period during which he was suspended, arguing that the contract with Manchester City remained valid.
The court ruled in his favor, awarding him £11 million in unpaid wages, which reflects his earnings for the period he was on suspension, despite not playing.
This outcome is a major victory for Mendy, as it underscores the legal complexities involved when a player is suspended but not officially released from their contract.
It also highlights the financial and legal protections athletes have within their contracts, even amid criminal investigations.