We break down why the French defender secured a majority victory in his tribunal and whether this could have a wider impact in the game

Former Manchester City defender Benjamin Mendy won a case against the club on Wednesday for most of over 11 million pounds ($14 million) in wages withheld after he was charged with sexual offences, of which he was later cleared.

A judge has ruled that former Manchester City player Benjamin Mendy is entitled to the majority of his 11-million-pound ($14.15 million) claim for unauthorized deductions from his wages by the club.