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Nampalys Mendy, a 33-year-old Senegalese midfielder, is set to return to France and join Ligue 2 side FC Metz. Mendy, who has been a free agent since his contract with English Championship club Watford ended, was spotted at Metz's training session on Friday, July 24, 2026. The former Nice, Leicester City, and Lens player, who also has 35 caps for Senegal, is expected to sign with the promoted club soon. He played 25 matches for Watford last season and will bring his experience to Metz as they prepare for the upcoming Ligue 2 campaign.
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Free since the end of his contract with Watford, Nampalys Mendy is on the verge of returning to France. The 33-year-old midfielder was present at FC Metz training this Friday, as evidenced by a photo published on social media, and should soon sign with the Grenats.
The former Nice, Leicester, and Lens player is coming off a season of 25 matches in the Championship with Watford. Now a free agent, the Senegalese international (35 caps) is expected to bring his experience to the promoted Metz side for the upcoming season.
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