Fakayejo Paul
JEDDAH, SAUDI ARABIA – Al Ahli has officially announced that Senegal international goalkeeper Édouard Mendy has signed a new contract extension, keeping him at the club until June 2028.
The deal, which was finalized today, solidifies the future of the former Chelsea shot-stopper as a cornerstone of the club’s ambitious project.
The agreement was formalised alongside Sporting Director Rui Pedro Braz, who has been instrumental in securing the long-term futures of Al Ahli’s core talent this week, following the recent extension of Merih Demiral.
Mendy’s original contract was set to expire in 2026, but his consistent performances and leadership—culminating in the club’s 2025 Asian Champions League triumph—prompted the club to move early with a two-year extension.
🧤 A Historic 2025 for the Senegal #1
Mendy, 33, has enjoyed a remarkable calendar year. By lifting the AFC Champions League title in May 2025, he became the first goalkeeper in football history to win a continental trophy on three different continents (Africa with Senegal, Europe with Chelsea, and Asia with Al Ahli).
- The Stats: Since joining from West London in 2023 for £16m, Mendy has kept 39 clean sheets in 92 appearances for the Jeddah giants.
- The Project: Mendy recently expressed his satisfaction in Saudi Arabia, noting that the club’s historic Champions League win validated his decision to leave the Premier League.
The renewal ensures Al Ahli maintains defensive stability as they prepare for the 2026 season and provides a morale boost for Mendy before he joins the Senegal squad for the upcoming AFCON 2025 in Morocco.