30.05.2026 14:50
Argentine club River Plate has signed a contract with 38-year-old experienced center-back Nicolas Otamendi until December 31, 2027. Otamendi, who wore the jerseys of Porto, Valencia, Manchester City, and Benfica during his European career, was also a key figure in the Argentine national team that won the 2022 World Cup.
Argentine club River Plate has added 38-year-old footballer Nicolas Otamendi to its squad. The red-and-white club's statement indicated that a contract was signed with the Argentine center-back until December 31, 2027.
BACK AFTER 16 YEARS
Otamendi, who began his career at his country's club Velez Sarsfield, moved to Europe in 2010 by transferring to Porto. The experienced player, who played for Valencia, Manchester City, and Benfica respectively, also played on loan at Atletico Mineiro in 2014.
Having amassed 21 trophies during his approximately 16-year European career, Nicolas Otamendi experienced championship joy with the Argentine National Team, for which he played for many years, at the 2022 FIFA World Cup.