Senegalese Goalkeeper Edouard Mendy Joins Al-Ahli From Chelsea
Senegalese goalkeeper Edouard Mendy has joined Saudi Arabian side Al-Ahli from Chelsea, the two clubs announced on Wednesday.
Al-Ahli, who are making their return to the Saudi Pro League next season after a year in the second division, said Mendy’s contract would run until 2026, without giving any financial details.
The Lion of Téranga protects our goal 🇸🇳🧤🔐 @edou_mendy_#WelcomeMendy
— Al-Ahli Saudi Club (@ALAHLI_FCEN) June 28, 2023
“The Lion of Teranga protects our goal,” Al-Ahli said in a Twitter post.
Mendy joined Premier League Chelsea from Stade Rennais in 2020 and the 31-year-old played a pivotal role as the London club won their second UEFA Champions League title after a 1-0 win over Manchester City in the 2021 final.
The Saudi Pro league has become an attractive destination for Europe-based players since Cristiano Ronaldo moved to Al-Nassr last January.
So much to be proud of. 👏
Thank you for everything, Edou. 💙 pic.twitter.com/Br39h417GN
— Chelsea FC (@ChelseaFC) June 28, 2023
League Champions Al-Ittihad signed Ballon d’Or winner Karim Benzema earlier this month, while the club also confirmed former Chelsea midfielder N’Golo Kante’s move last week.
Mendy became the third Chelsea player to move to Saudi Arabia after Kante and compatriot Kalidou Koulibaly joined Al-Hilal.
The Best FIFA goalkeeper ✅
Africa Cup of Nations best goalkeeper ✅
Champions League best goalkeeper ✅All about @edou_mendy_ 👇#WelcomeMendy pic.twitter.com/AiaigdzUpl
— Al-Ahli Saudi Club (@ALAHLI_FCEN) June 28, 2023
