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Claude Puel Insists Nampalys Mendy Could Still Have Leicester Future After Being Farmed Out on Loan

New Leicester City manager Claude Puel has given Papy Mendy hope of a future at the King Power Stadium, having taken over the reins in the wake of Craig Shakespeare's dismissal.

Mendy is currently on loan with French side OGC Nice, but Puel has said that he could be an important player for the Foxes if he gets enough games under his belt.

"For him it’s important to play often because of injuries,” the former Southampton manager said, via the Leicester Mercury. “If he comes back at a good level, he can be an important player.