Sao Paulo 
N. Forest 
CONFIRMED: Jhegson Méndez signs for Independiente.
Independiente beats N. Forest to sign Jhegson Méndez. The defensive midfielder leaves on a free transfer, ending the rumour of Jhegson Méndez moving to N. Forest.
CONFIRMED: Jhegson Méndez signs for Independiente
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Rumour report
(Latest update: )Momentum is building for Jhegson Méndez's transfer to N. Forest, as reports suggest a 77% probability of the deal moving forward. Here is why.
- There are few players in the current N. Forest squad who are considered better in the same position, which enhances Jhegson Méndez's chances of playing a key role within the team.
- N. Forest has often bought players who are approximately the same age as the current age of Jhegson Méndez (29).
- N. Forest has often bought players whose potential (FT Skill) is comparable to the potential of Jhegson Méndez.
Transfer Logic score:
Pros
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Comparable age to previously attracted players
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Comparable potential to previously attracted players
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Missing star player in position on team
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Missing potential star player in position
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Comparable value to previously attracted players
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Some direct competitors for position
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Comparable quality to previously attracted players
Cons
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Some better competitors for position (Nicolás Domínguez, Ryan Yates )
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Some potentially better competitors for position (Nicolás Domínguez, Ryan Yates )
Nottingham Forest 'very interested' in 26-year-old midfielder - Journalist
The Reds have placed another defence-minded player on their radar.
Alternatives of N. Forest
| Skill / pot | Player | Team |
ETV The Estimated Transfer Value (ETV) is calculated by the Player Valuation Model, that calculates the accurate transfer fee for a given player. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skill / pot | Player / Team / Position |
ETV The Estimated Transfer Value (ETV) is calculated by the Player Valuation Model, that calculates the accurate transfer fee for a given player. |
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55.8
55.8
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Joan Jordán |
 Estrela Amadora
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€0.8M |
|
55.8
55.8
|
Patryk Dziczek |
 Pogon Szczecin
|
€0.6M |
|
55.7
56.4
|
Lasse Berg Johnsen |
 Sporting KC
|
€1.8M |
|
55.7
57.0
|
Goni Naor |
 Hapoel Ramat Gan
|
€0.2M |
|
55.7
72.0
|
Tygo Land |
 Groningen
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€3.9M |
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55.5
56.0
|
Gustavo Sangaré |
 Noah
|
€0.2M |
|
55.5
56.3
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Sergio Lozano |
 Jagiellonia
|
€0.8M |
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55.5
57.4
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Bartosz Slisz |
 Brondby
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€2.2M |
Other interesting rumours
| Player | From / To | Date | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Daniel Muñoz | 28-08-2026 | Report | |
| Nicolò Fagioli | 20-08-2026 | Report | |
| Dodô | 20-08-2026 | Report | |
| Youssouf Fofana | 17-08-2026 | Report | |
| Liam Delap | 17-08-2026 | Report | |
| Tijjani Reijnders | 05-08-2026 | Report | |
| Anan Khalaili | 30-07-2026 | Report | |
| Ousmane Diomande | 29-07-2026 | Report |
Jhegson Méndez
DM, M (C)
Skill: 53.6
Pot: 53.9
Team
Independiente
Independiente
Contracted Until
31 Dec 26
ETV
€0.5M
The Estimated Transfer Value (ETV) is calculated by the Player Valuation Model, that calculates the accurate transfer fee for a given player.
ETV Range
€0.4M – €0.6M
Who is Jhegson Méndez?
Jhegson Méndez (ECU) is a a deep lying playmaker and currently plays for Independiente. Jhegson Méndez is 29 years old (1997/04/26). His preferred foot is Right. His jersey number is 21. Jhegson Méndez has also been used as a holding midfielder and as a box to box midfielder.
Jhegson Méndez's current transfer value is between €0.4M and €0.6M. His last transfer was from Sao Paulo to Independiente in 2025. Independiente got Jhegson Méndez for free.
Jhegson Méndez latest transfers and transfer rumours, season statistics and career statistics are available on FootballTransfers.
