Glorioso 1904 exclusive: Messi's Inter Miami could raid Benfica | OneFootball

Nicolás Otamendi continues to be highly sought after, and the list of interested parties has reportedly grown, Glorioso 1904 has learned. In this exclusive, our newspaper reports that Inter Miami, where Lionel Messi plays, and Valencia, from the Spanish league, are the latest clubs to enter the race for the Benfica captain, whose contract expires in the summer.

Glorioso 1904 has learned, from sources close to the process, that the Argentine’s contract renewal with Benfica remains at a standstill, with no end in sight, which ultimately strengthens the possibility of a departure. As our newspaper previously reported, the defender has offers from Argentina and Saudi Arabia, but now also has the chance to move to the United States or Spain.

As Glorioso 1904 has found out, exclusively, Messi could be an important factor in helping the structure led by David Beckham convince Otamendi to accept Inter Miami’s offer. Since the Argentine does not put the sporting aspect first, it could make negotiations with the North American club easier.

However, our newspaper also highlights Valencia’s interest. It should be remembered that the centre-back already played for the che club before moving to Manchester City, and he is a name much loved at Mestalla. However, financial issues could be a major obstacle for the Spaniards. Benfica, meanwhile, is willing to renew the player’s contract, but only if he agrees to lower his salary.

This season, in Benfica’s service, Nicolás Otamendi — valued at €1 million — has already made 48 appearances: 29 in Liga Portugal Betclic, 14 in the Champions League, two in the Portuguese Cup, two in the League Cup and one in the Super Cup. .

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