Mayenda was born in Zaragoza in Spain.[4] In November 2017, while playing for the youth teams of CS Brétigny, he agreed to join Sochaux.[5] He made his professional debut for the club in a Coupe de France match against Nantes on 18 December 2021,[6] coming on as a substitute at the 86th minute. After a 0–0 draw in regulation time, Nantes won 5–4 in a penalty shoot-out.[7] By making the appearance, Mayenda became the youngest player to play in an official senior match for Sochaux at the age of 16 years, 7 months, and 10 days.[8] On 29 January 2022, Mayenda made his debut for Sochaux's reserves in the Championnat National 3, coming on as a late substitute in a 3–1 win over FC Grandvillars.[9] On 2 February, he signed his first professional contract, the youngest in Sochaux history to do so.[10]
Sunderland
On 28 July 2023, Mayenda signed for EFL Championship club Sunderland on a five-year contract.[11] According to L'Équipe, Sochaux and Sunderland agreed to a transfer fee slightly above €1 million, with the former keeping a 25% sell-on clause.[12]
His first goals for Sunderland were against Sheffield Wednesday on 17 August 2024 where he scored twice in a 4-0 victory.[14]
International career
Born in Spain, Mayenda is of Congolese and Togolese descent.[15][16] On 4 February 2022, he was called up to the Spain under-17s for the Torneio Internacional Algarve U17, a youth tournament held in Portugal.[17]
Career statistics
As of match played on 14 December 2024
Appearances and goals by club, season and competition