Otamendi Weighs Benfica and Three Other Offers

Nicolás Otamendi's contract with Benfica is set to expire at the end of the season, leaving the central defender's future uncertain. According to reports from TyC Sports on Thursday, the Argentine international has three proposals on the table as he weighs his next career move.

In addition to Benfica's interest in extending his stay for another season, the 38-year-old Otamendi is also a prime target for River Plate. The Argentine center-back is reportedly also considering offers from a Saudi Arabian club and Spain's Valencia.

River Plate has been in contact with the player for several months, attempting to persuade Otamendi to return to Argentine football. The Buenos Aires club is said to have presented an 18-month contract offer, though with financial terms less lucrative than those he might find in Saudi Arabia – a scenario previously anticipated by A BOLA.

The Benfica captain is currently deliberating his decision with his family, who are comfortable in Portugal. A renewal with the Eagles remains a possibility, but the central defender is also weighing up a final, financially attractive contract, as well as an emotional return to River Plate.

While his future remains undecided, Otamendi continues to train at Seixal, though he will be unavailable for Monday's match against SC Braga, which is the penultimate league fixture. The Argentine was sent off against Famalicão and is serving a suspension.

Given the potential departure of Otamendi, Benfica's SAD (Sociedade Anónima Desportiva) is preparing to enter the transfer market for a new central defender. A significant investment is expected for a player capable of immediately stepping into the starting XI. Dutch international Stefan de Vrij, whose contract with Inter is expiring, is one of the names being linked.