Nampalys Mendy: Watford boss raves about blistering performance

Senegal midfielder Nampalys Mendy has received rave reviews from Watford interim manager Watford Charlie Daniels.

The 33-year-old made his first start in several months, delivering a superlative performance in the Hornets’ 0-0 draw against Hull City in week 30 fixture on Tuesday.

Charlie Daniels, who replaced Javi Garcia explained the squad setup that clawed a point at the MKM Stadium.

Mendy has so far made nine appearances

“It’s something we considered based on the players we have in the squad. Mendy came into the team and I thought he was excellent tonight,” said Daniels.

The Watford manager singled out Mendy for a yeoman’s job, highlighting the qualities of the former Leicester City and Monaco midfielder.

“For someone who hasn’t played much, to come into the team and play at that level, I thought it was really great.

“He arrived, and I hadn’t seen much of him before, so I could only base my opinion on what I had observed. We placed a lot of trust in him, and he showed why he’s a top player.”

Mendy has so far made nine appearances since arriving at the club last year on a free from Ligue side Lens1. Mendy’s previous experience includes stints with Monaco, Nice, Lens and Leicester City.

He was a member of Senegal’s squad that won its first Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon in 2021.