FC Zürich has signed 30-year-old defender Benjamin Mendy, who was previously with FC Lorient in France. The Swiss club made the decision to bring Mendy on board after he was acquitted of all charges in early 2023. FC Zürich mentioned that they had conducted a thorough review of the circumstances before finalizing the signing and expressed confidence in the judicial process in England. The transfer has been met with criticism from the women's football department of FC Zürich, which the club recognized, reiterating their commitment to supporting women's issues and their strong opposition to violence.

Benjamin Mendy, the French full-back and 2018 World Cup champion, has signed a contract with Zurich until 2026, departing from Lorient. Mendy had not featured for Lorient this season, having been released from Manchester City in the summer of 2023. This transfer offers Mendy a fresh opportunity to redeem himself following four challenging years due to a widely publicized legal case that began in 2021 during his time at Manchester City. On July 14, 2023, Mendy was found not guilty in the trial where he faced accusations of multiple rape cases in recent years.

The French defender, Benjamin Mendy, has joined FC Zürich from FC Lorient with immediate effect. He has signed a contract until June 2026. Mendy expressed his excitement about joining the club, emphasizing the club's history, the challenge it presents, and his desire to help the team reach the Champions League again. He also mentioned the family-like environment of the club and his eagerness to bring experience and calmness to win titles and form a united team.

Benjamin Mendy has transferred from FC Lorient to FC Zürich, signing a contract until 2026. FCZ President Ancillo Canepa expressed pride in acquiring such a high-caliber player, noting Mendy's potential influence on younger players. Mendy is a World Cup winner with France in 2018 and has won the English Premier League title four times with Manchester City.