Manchester City target Benjamin Mendy has been left out of Monaco's pre-season trip to Switzerland.

The left-back caused a stir on Thursday when he posted a picture on Instagram of him wearing a Union Jack shorts, with the caption: 'See you soon'.

The 22-year old has been a long-term target for Pep Guardiola after his impressive performances in the Champions League.

And now the Frenchman seems destined to complete the move, which according to the Sun, will net him a new contract worth £100,000-per-week.