Trabzonspor Coach Fatih Tekke Makes Decision on Mendy and Lundstram

Trabzonspor has confirmed that midfielders Batista Mendy and John Lundstram are omitted from the 32-player squad for the club’s second-stage pre-season training camp in Schladming, Austria, according to a report by reporter Serkan Kılınç.

Schladming Training Camp Dates Set

Running from July 23 to August 2, 2026, the Austrian camp marks a crucial phase for head coach Fatih Tekke as he finalizes his roster plans. Both players face uncertain futures with the club amid expectations of permanent or loan departures.

Fatih Tekke Finalizes Roster Choices

Head coach Fatih Tekke announced a 32-player squad for the Austria training camp, omitting both Batista Mendy and John Lundstram. According to reporting by Serkan Kılınç, the omission signals that neither player figures into the technical staff’s plans for the upcoming season. Trabzonspor management reportedly aimed to clarify the status of both midfielders prior to the team’s departure for Schladming.

Mendy’s Strong Form Fails to Save Spot

French midfielder Batista Mendy previously complicated the club’s roster decisions by displaying strong form during the initial training camp stage in Trabzon, according to Serkan Kılınç’s reporting.

Despite demonstrating high physical output and enthusiasm in training sessions—which initially raised expectations that he would make the cut for Austria—Mendy ultimately missed out on the final list.

Lundstram Instructed to Find New Club

English midfielder John Lundstram has received notice to find a new club as management proceeds with squad reductions. With neither player having secured an agreement with another team yet, Trabzonspor expects to part ways with both midfielders through either permanent transfers or loan deals in the coming days.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why were Batista Mendy and John Lundstram left off the camp roster?
According to reports by Serkan Kılınç, both players are not in head coach Fatih Tekke’s plans for the new season, and management intends to finalize their departures via permanent transfers or loans.

Where is Trabzonspor holding its second-stage pre-season camp?
The club is conducting its training camp in Schladming, Austria, running from July 23 to August 2, 2026.

What was Batista Mendy’s status prior to the squad announcement?
Despite drawing attention with a strong performance and high motivation during the initial training camp phase in Trabzon, Mendy was omitted from the 32-player squad for Austria.