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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Joe Middleton

Man City ordered to pay Benjamin Mendy up to £11m after unfair dismissal claim over sex charges

Manchester City footballer Benjamin Mendy leaving Chester Crown Court having been found not guilty of one count rape and one of attempted rape - (PA Archive)

Benjamin Mendy has won the majority of his £11m claim against Manchester City for unpaid wages after the club stopped paying his salary when he was charged with rape and sexual assault.

The 30-year-old took the club to an employment tribunal after his £500,000 per month wage was withheld by the club in 2021. The French international and World Cup winner was later cleared of all charges after two trials.

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