One week after announcing his international retirement, Senegal goalkeeper Édouard Mendy shared the reasons behind his decision in an interview with the French sports newspaper L'Équipe. Mendy, who has been a key player for Senegal's national team, known as the Lions de la Teranga, explained that he made the choice to step away from international football to focus on his club career and personal life. Mendy, who plays for English club Chelsea, has had a successful career in both club and international football. His decision comes after a period of reflection, during which he evaluated his priorities and the demands of playing at the highest level for both club and country. In the interview, Mendy also revealed that the team's new coach, Patrick Vieira, had made efforts to persuade him to continue representing Senegal. Vieira, who recently took charge of the Lions de la Teranga, has been working to build a strong team for upcoming international competitions. However, Mendy ultimately decided that it was time to move on from international play. Despite his retirement from the national team, Mendy expressed his continued support for Senegal's football development and his respect for the new coaching staff. His departure marks a significant transition for the team as they look to the future under Vieira's leadership.