Manchester City left-back Benjamin Mendy is suspended after being charged with a rape allegation. Does he have a wife?
Benjamin Mendy, known to be a professional football player from France is charged with four counts of rape and one count of sexual assault.
The left-back footballer who is associated with Manchester City has taken immediate action following the rape charges.
Manchester City>statement confirming that Mendy is suspended with the pending investigation.
The 27-year-old player was signed by Man City in 2017 and has played 50 games for the team.
According to the Cheshire Police, the Crown Prosecution Service authorized the Cheshire constabulary to charge a footballer with sexual assault.
With the player being charged with rape and sexual assault, his better half has not revealed any statement to the public.
Benjamin Mendy Wife: Who Is His Girlfriend?
Benjamin Mendy does not have a wife as he is no married yet.
However, he was linked to the 22-year-old Claudia Marino as Mendy flew Claudia from Athens to his home for a four-day romp.
With the 14-day self-isolation protocol made by the UK government, Claudia stayed at the house of Mendy.
Benjamin was also known to have partied in his $6.8 million Cheshire home along with his girlfriend, his niece, nephew, and chef weeks before the arrival of Marino.
When asked about her stay in Mendy’s mansion, Marino revealed that she enjoyed the stay and also said the footballer was single.
However, Mendy has revealed that his girlfriend hails from London.
Is Benjamin Mendy Arrested On Rape Charges?
Benjamin Mendy is remained in the police custody following rape charges and sexual assault.
The French footballer has been suspended by his associated club as well.
Charged with four counts of rape and sexual assault, the complaints against Mendy reveals the victim to be above the age of 16 and are alleged to take place between October 2020 and August 2021.
The 27-year-old is set to appear at Chester Magistrates Court on the 27th of August on Friday for a hearing.
Benjamin Mendy Court Procedures And Hearing
Manchester City’s left-back powerhouse Benjamin Mendy will hear from Chester Magistrates Court on Friday.
It is being reminded by the court and the Cheshire Constabulary that the criminal proceedings against the player are live and Mendy has a right to a fair trial.
Further, the court also stated that there should not be any reporting by the media houses, commentary, and sharing the information on online platforms which could cause prejudice upon the proceedings.