White smoke? Otamendi waiting on Benfica to settle his future | OneFootball

Nicolás Otamendi has not yet made a final decision about his future. At a time when the Argentine’s name is being linked with River Plate and Arab clubs, all signs indicate that the captain intends to stay at Benfica. However, for that to happen, the number 30 shirt is waiting for a final decision from Rui Costa.

According to the newspaper O Jogo, the 38-year-old veteran may be considering staying at the Luz next season due to several factors. As the same source explained, the Argentine, like his family, feels comfortable in Lisbon, while Otamendi is also highly valued at Benfica, with José Mourinho praising him on several occasions.

As the sports daily found out, the Argentine’s priority is his family’s well-being and, from the Benfica captain’s point of view, life in Lisbon offers greater peace of mind and security than a possible move to Buenos Aires, if he were to accept River Plate’s invitation. For now, the star is focused on giving his best in the clash against Nacional.

Therefore, despite also being tempted by the millions on offer from Arab clubs, Otamendi believes that his future could still remain at Benfica. Therefore, the number 30 shirt may be more inclined to renew his contract for one more season, although he will have to wait for a decision from Rui Costa.

This season, playing for Benfica, Nicolás Otamendi — valued at €1 million — has already made a total of 44 official appearances: 25 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. In the 3,899 minutes he has spent on the pitch, the Argentine has scored three goals.

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