Otamendi’s compatriot reveals surprise about Benfica: "Surprising..." | OneFootball

Nicolás Otamendi is certainly the representative of the Argentinians in the Encarnados’ locker room. Although the Benfica captain is one of the squad’s biggest stars, his compatriot, Enzo Barrenechea, has been one of the season’s great surprises. Recently, the midfielder revealed that he is very happy to wear the eagle on his chest.

Taking advantage of the international break and the time off granted by José Mourinho, Barrenechea used the opportunity to visit his former club, Valencia. “I arrived yesterday [Thursday], I came by surprise,” began the number 5 of the red and whites.

Upon leaving the training center of the Mestalla club, the Eagles’ reinforcement acknowledged that it is always a special moment when he visits the facilities of the “che” club: “Whenever I come, I like to stop by to greet my teammates and many people with whom I shared a very beautiful year.”

Making the most of his free time, between training sessions led by José Mourinho, the Argentine made a revelation about his first months wearing the eagle on his chest and made one thing clear: “Today I belong to Benfica and I am very happy there.”

Enzo Barrenechea – currently valued at 13 million euros – is on loan to Benfica, but the Eagles have a purchase option. This season, the number 5 of Glorioso has already played 21 matches in all competitions. In the 1,736 minutes he has spent on the pitch, the Argentine has recorded one goal and one assist.

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