Wydad targets Nampalys Mendy for Club World Cup
Free since the end of his contract with Lens, Nampalys Mendy could be set for a fresh start in Morocco. Wydad Casablanca is showing keen interest in the Senegal international.
Midfielder Nampalys Mendy, 31, is searching for a new challenge after his stint with RC Lens came to an end. According to Sport News Africa, the most concrete option currently on the table is a move to Wydad Casablanca, a club preparing to compete in the upcoming FIFA Club World Cup.
Impressed by the experience of the 2022 Africa Cup of Nations winner, the Moroccan club has reportedly already made initial contact with the player. Nampalys Mendy is even expected in Casablanca for more advanced talks. The proposed deal is a one-year contract with an option to extend. This is a story to watch in the coming days, as Mendy could provide a real boost to WAC's midfield.