Laurent Mendy is a French central defensive midfielder, born on 26 March 1997 (age 29). A commanding 6ft 3in (1.91m), he is listed with Hearts, wearing squad number 78.
His recorded Hearts involvement in 2026-27 has been limited but spread across three competitions: one league appearance, one in the Europa League qualifiers and one in the Conference League qualifiers. That gives him three first-team appearances for the club across all competitions.
Mendy’s profile is a straightforward one: a tall French holding midfielder on the fringes of the Hearts squad, with early-season minutes in domestic and European qualifying football.
📈 Key stats and insights
Laurent Mendy has made one Premiership appearance (one start) in 2026–27
Laurent Mendy has one appearance in Europa League Qualifiers and one appearance in Conference League Qualifiers this season
Laurent Mendy joined Hearts from Forest Green Rovers for a 500000 fee in July 2026
Laurent Mendy moved to Forest Green Rovers from Macclesfield for an undisclosed fee in July 2025
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