LIVE: Benjamin Mendy re-trial continues as ex-Manchester City star denies rape allegations

The re-trial of footballer Benjamin Mendy continues today. The former Manchester City player, 28, denies counts of rape and attempted rape - allegations concerning two women.

The case is a re-trial. A jury previously acquitted Mr Mendy of other sexual allegations. The previous jury could not agree verdicts on the two outstanding counts he faces.

The alleged attempted rape of 'Woman One' is said to have happened in October 2018, while the alleged rape of 'Woman Two' is said to have happened in October 2020. Neither women can be named for legal reasons.

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The trial judge is Steven Everett, the Honorary Recorder of Chester. He has told jurors the trial could last for up to three weeks.

Manchester City recently confirmed Mr Mendy's contract with the club expires after June 30. He will not stay on at the Etihad.

Good morning, I'm back in court one at Chester Crown Court where the Benjamin Mendy trial is continuing.

The jury is back in court and they are watching Woman Two, who alleges that Mr Mendy raped her in October 2020, give evidence in person.

She is being cross-examined by Mr Mendy's barrister, Eleanor Laws KC.