Benjamin Mendy Sues Manchester City for Wages

Former Manchester City footballer Benjamin Mendy is suing the club for £11.5 million in unpaid wages after they stopped his salary following charges of rape and sexual assault in 2021. Mendy, who was later found not guilty of all charges, stated that he quickly ran out of money and had to sell his Cheshire mansion to cover legal fees and child support. During this time, teammates Raheem Sterling, Bernardo Silva, and Riyad Mahrez lent him money to help with his financial struggles. Mendy claims the club made unauthorized deductions from his wages while he was under investigation, despite assurances from a senior official that he would be compensated after being cleared. The tribunal heard that Mendy's contract included significant bonuses, contributing to his financial expectations. He expressed dissatisfaction with the club's lack of acknowledgment for the hardships he faced due to their actions.