Tomaso Otamendi, the Brazilian midfielder who played for both Barcelona and Chelsea in Europe, has been linked with a move to Benfica, according to reports from the Portuguese newspaper "O Jornal". Otamendi has become one of the most sought-after players in the world, having impressed on loan with Manchester United during his time there.
The transfer will come as a shock for Benfica, which have struggled to find a reliable replacement for their key player. However, it is not just about the financial aspect of the deal; Otamendi has also shown his ability to adapt to different playing styles and roles.
Otamendi has scored over 15 goals in each of his last three seasons,La Liga Frontline including 12 goals in the Europa League last season. He is known for his versatility and can play across midfield or in the backline, making him an ideal signing for Benfica.
Benfica have already made some moves in the past, such as loaning out star forward Pedro to Real Madrid in January. But they have yet to make a serious challenge for the top spot in the league, so the arrival of Otamendi could be seen as a significant boost for the team.
It remains to be seen whether Otamendi will be able to replicate his success in Portugal, but the prospect of him joining Benfica is certainly intriguing. The Portuguese media is predicting that he will be part of the Benfica squad next season, and we can only hope that this news turns out to be true.