# Ferland Mendy Injury Blow: Real Madrid Defender Set to Miss Key La Liga Fixtures URL: https://technosports.co.in/ferland-mendy-injured-real-madrid-defender-miss/ Published: 2025-03-15 Updated: 2025-03-15 Author: Ankush Mallick [Real Madrid](https://www.realmadrid.com/en-US) are facing yet another injury setback in what has been a physically demanding season. The latest concern revolves around Ferland Mendy, who is expected to be sidelined once again due to a muscle-related problem. ![](https://technosports.co.in/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Real-Madrid-Defender-Ferland-Mendy-Injured-1024x683.webp) The French left-back, who previously missed three matches in December with similar issues, now finds himself added to an already extensive list of injured players. ## Muscle Strain Against Atletico Madrid Mendy sustained the injury during Real Madrid’s Copa del Rey round-of-16 second-leg clash against Atletico Madrid at the Metropolitano Stadium. Late in the match, he appeared to struggle with discomfort and eventually signaled to the bench for a substitution. Despite initially trying to push through the pain, he was replaced in the 83rd minute by Fran Garcia. ![](https://technosports.co.in/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Real-Madrid-Defender-Ferland-Mendy-819x1024.webp) Carlo Ancelotti acknowledged the issue post-match, stating: “***It could be a muscle injury, he felt a twinge in the back***.” This incident marks Mendy’s third muscle-related injury this season, having previously suffered setbacks in both September and December. ## Official Diagnosis and Estimated Recovery Timeline Following medical tests, Real Madrid confirmed that Mendy has sustained a muscular injury in the biceps femoris of his left leg. The club issued an official statement, saying: “***Following tests carried out today on our player Ferland Mendy by the Real Madrid Medical Services, he has been diagnosed with a muscular injury in the biceps femoris of his left leg. Pending evolution***.” ![](https://technosports.co.in/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Madrid-Defender-Ferland-Mendy-819x1024.webp) While the club has not provided an official recovery timeline, reports suggest that Mendy could be out for approximately **three to four weeks**. ## Key Matches Mendy Could Miss If the recovery period extends to four weeks, the left-back will be unavailable for several crucial fixtures, including: - **La Liga Matches**: Villarreal, Leganes, and Valencia - **Copa del Rey Semi-Final** (Second Leg vs. Real Sociedad) - **Champions League Quarter-Final First Leg** (vs. Arsenal on April 8) ![](https://technosports.co.in/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Mendy-made-his-200th-Real-Madrid-appearance-in-the-Champions-League-round-of-16-clash-with-Atletico-1024x576.webp) *Mendy made his 200th Real Madrid appearance in the Champions League round of 16 clash with Atlético* His return is tentatively expected around **April 14**, in a La Liga fixture against Alaves. With the international break beginning soon, Real Madrid will be hoping Mendy can use this period to recover fully. ## How Will Real Madrid Cope Without Mendy? Mendy’s absence poses a tactical challenge for Ancelotti, as the Frenchman provides much-needed defensive stability. However, the squad does have alternatives in place: - **Fran Garcia**: The Spaniard has already played **33 matches this season** and is expected to take over the left-back role in Mendy’s absence. - **Eduardo Camavinga**: While primarily a midfielder, Camavinga has been deployed as a left-back before and remains a backup option. ![](https://technosports.co.in/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Fran-Garcia-1024x683.webp) *MADRID, SPAIN – FEBRUARY 5: Fran Garcia of Real Madrid celebrates the victory after the match during the Spanish Copa del Rey match between Leganes v Real Madrid at the Estadio Municipal de Butarque on February 5, 2025 in Madrid Spain (Photo by Maria Gracia Jimenez/Soccrates/Getty Images)* With crucial domestic and European fixtures approaching, Real Madrid will need both players to step up in Mendy’s absence. Given his recurring injury concerns, questions may arise about his long-term reliability in Ancelotti’s system. Read More: [Champions League 2024/25 Quarter-Final Ties Set: Arsenal vs Real Madrid, Bayern vs Inter Headline Exciting Clashes](https://technosports.co.in/champions-league-quarter-final-ties-set/) ## FAQs ### What is Ferland Mendy’s latest injury update? Ferland Mendy has suffered a **muscular injury in the biceps femoris of his left leg**, as confirmed by Real Madrid. His recovery is currently **pending evaluation**. ### How long will Ferland Mendy be out for? Reports suggest Mendy could be sidelined for **three to four weeks**, potentially missing key La Liga, Copa del Rey, and Champions League fixtures. ### Which matches will Ferland Mendy miss due to injury? Mendy is expected to miss **La Liga games against Villarreal, Leganes, and Valencia**, along with the **Copa del Rey semi-final second leg vs. Real Sociedad**. He is also a doubt for **Real Madrid’s Champions League quarter-final first leg vs. Arsenal**. ### Who will replace Ferland Mendy in the Real Madrid lineup? **Fran Garcia** is the primary replacement at left-back, while **Eduardo Camavinga** remains a backup option if needed. ### Has Ferland Mendy suffered multiple injuries this season? Yes, this is Mendy’s **third muscle-related injury** of the season, having previously been sidelined in **September and December** with similar issues.