Manchester City join Chelsea and Manchester United in the race to sign Monaco defender Benjamin Mendy


MANCHESTER CITY are set for an overhaul of players this summer and they have already set their sights on Monaco defender Benjamin Mendy.

The pacey 22-year-old is also wanted by Premier League giants Manchester United and Chelsea following his impressive season in France.

Monaco left-back Menjamin Mendy is wanted by Chelsea
Monaco left-back Menjamin Mendy is wanted by Chelsea
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But according to the Daily Star, the Red Devils may have dropped out of the race for the full back because Mendy is determined to play Champions League football next term.


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Jose Mourinho’s men may miss out on a place in the European competition next season as they are currently fifth in the league.

But Man Utd’s best chances of qualifying for the Champions League is to win the Europa League as they face Celta Vigo in the semi-finals.

The 22-year-old has made 30 appearances for Monaco this season
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Benjamin Mendy also has one cap for France
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Mendy is one of many youngsters starring for Monaco this season and he is reportedly valued at £30million.

The former Marseille star arrived at the Stade Louis II last summer and has gone on to make 30 appearances for Leonardo Jardim’s side.

Benjamin Mendy is also wanted by Manchester United and Chelsea
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Leonardo Jardim’s side have taken the Champions League and Ligue 1 by storm

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