Overview
- Italian reports relayed in UK outlets say Arsenal and Manchester City plan January moves for the 20-year-old midfielder.
- Juventus, Real Madrid and Al-Ittihad are also credited with interest, with a rejected Saudi offer last summer reported but not confirmed.
- Mendoza’s deal reportedly runs to 2028 and includes a clause in the €20m (£17–18m) range, with some claims Elche could negotiate below that figure.
- The Elche academy graduate debuted in 2022, helped win promotion, and has two goals in ten league appearances this season.
- Profiles compare his style to Pedri and Cesc Fàbregas, yet all transfer links remain report-based with no public confirmation from clubs or player.