Benjamin Mendy Wins Employment Tribunal for Unpaid Wages

Benjamin Mendy has won a significant employment tribunal ruling against Manchester City, entitling him to recover around £8.5 million in unpaid wages from a total claim of £11 million. The tribunal found that while City could withhold wages for five months during which Mendy was in custody for breaching bail conditions, the remaining 17 months of salary were owed to him due to his inability to work being caused by a precautionary suspension by the Football Association. Employment Judge Joanne Dunlop determined there was no contractual basis for the club to withhold pay during the periods Mendy was not in custody, as he was ready and willing to work. Mendy's contract also included clauses for bonuses that he claims he is entitled to, further complicating the total amount due. The final figures will be calculated between Mendy and the club or determined in a future hearing if an agreement cannot be reached. This ruling comes after Mendy was acquitted of all criminal charges related to the allegations that led to his dismissal from the club.