"Worst player I have seen", "Is he even a footballer?" - Fans slam Real Madrid star despite 3-0 over Girona

Fans have taken to social media to blast Real Madrid defender Ferland Mendy after his performance in their 3-0 win over Girona in LaLiga on Saturday, December 7. The French defender played 81 minutes of the game before being taken off after picking up an injury.

Jude Bellingham (36'), Arda Guler (55'), and Kylian Mbappe (62') were on target for Los Blancos to help reduce Barcelona's lead at the top to just two points.

Taking to X after the match, fans slammed Mendy's performance, with one saying:

"Ship back Mendy to Saudi...worst player I have seen."

Another critical post on the platform said:

"Ferland Mendy is he even a footballer? Why is Rudiger is the one in that position for a cross and never him?"

A fan questioned the French defender's passing, saying:

"Mendy can't make a forward pass to save his life lmfao."

Another fan poked fun at the Los Blancos defender.

"never give up & follow your dreams! if ferland mendy made it as a professional footballer, you can do it too!" their post read.

A post questioned the defender's purpose, saying:

"Wtf does Mendy even do."

The final post in our selection declared:

"When everything works perfectly, this team is actually enjoyable to watch. Unfortunately, this has not happened very often this season. Except for Mendy, he's beyond washed!!"

Mendy joined Real Madrid in the summer of 2019 from Lyon for a reported €48 million. The Frenchman has made 187 appearances for the Spanish giants, helping them win one Copa del Rey, two UEFA Champions Leagues, and three LaLiga titles.

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"Ferland Mendy is injured, muscle injury" - Real Madrid boss provides injury updates

Real Madrid boss Carlo Ancelotti has provided an update about his team's injury situation following the 3-0 win over Girona. The Spanish champions took off Ferland Mendy and Jude Bellingham in the match, raising concerns about their fitness.

Bellingham had a fine game for Los Blancos, bagging a goal and assist before his withdrawal, while Mendy helped his side secure a clean sheet on the road. Speaking to the press after the match, the legendary Italian manager said (via GSFN):

“Jude Bellingham is fine. He was only tired. He will be available (to face Atalanta). Ferland Mendy is injured, muscle injury. He won’t (be ready to face Atalanta).”

Real Madrid are preparing to face high-flying Italian side Atalanta in the UEFA Champions League midweek (December 10) and will be keen to secure a win against the Europa League holders. The European champions are in danger of getting knocked out of the competition after losing three of their first five games; they currently sit in 24th place.