In the second half of the 2012-2013 season, Ryan Mendes was sidelined due to an ankle injury. However, he made a return to the pitch during a friendly match against Troyes, marking his comeback after six months of recovery. Mendes expressed his gratitude for the support and guidance he received from LOSC during his rehabilitation. He mentioned that he no longer feels pain and is gradually increasing his playing time, emphasizing his progress both physically and in terms of match participation. Ryan Mendes has also represented Cape Verde, playing for the national team in the recent successful AFCON 2013 campaign.