Left-back of Monaco Benjamin Mendi moved to Manchester City. This was announced by the official site of "citizens".

The 23-year-old Frenchman signed a five-year contract with the English club and will play at number 22.

He will join his new teammates in the US, where the Guardiola team is preparing for its second preseason game against Real Madrid in Los Angeles.

"I am very happy to join Manchester City, He is one of the leading European clubs. I am confident that over the next few years we will succeed, "said Mendy.

Mendy began his career in Le Havre, where he played more than 50 league games, after which he moved to Marseille in 2013. There he became entrenched as one of the leaders, having played for 101 games in three seasons, and having established the reputation of one of the best fulbets.

Last summer, he joined Monaco and his presence markedly improved the results of the team of Jardim.