Nicolás Otamendi drops cryptic hint about his Benfica future | OneFootball

Nicolás Otamendi is attentive to what 2026 has in store for him. From what could be seen, the captain of Benfica shared a New Year's message, where he wrote that he is looking forward to seeing what will happen, adding that there are 'new chapters to write', at a time when he is entering the final stage of his contract with the Eagles.

Through a post on social media, Otamendi, who was in the company of his family, made a point of wishing his followers a happy New Year, showing himself quite excited to enter 2026, revealing that he can hardly wait to discover what awaits him.

"Welcome, 2026. There’s nothing like starting the year surrounded by my people, with dreams yet to fulfill and new chapters to write", is the message that accompanies a post by the 37-year-old center-back, along with a series of photos from the festivities.

Although it is a New Year’s message, Otamendi’s words take on another meaning, since the experienced defender is in the final six months of his contract with Benfica and is being strongly pursued by several clubs, notably Vasco da Gama, who are said to have already contacted the player.

Aware of the Argentine’s importance and the interest from other clubs, Benfica is said to have already started, at José Mourinho’s request, negotiations to renew the contract with Nicolás Otamendi. Now, it remains to be seen whether the number 30 wants to stay at Luz or will look for new challenges.

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