Nicolás Otamendi's contract with Benfica is set to expire in June 2026, and he is attracting attention from other clubs. Vasco da Gama is advancing in negotiations for the Argentine centre-back, who is seen as a key target for the club's plans for the 2026 season. However, a transfer to the Brazilian club is considered unlikely due to the financial realities of Brazilian football and the existence of other candidates.
The 37-year-old player joined Benfica in September 2020 and has 129 caps for Argentina. He has also been previously linked with River Plate and Barcelona. This season, he has made 15 appearances in Liga Portugal, contributing 2 goals and 2 assists. His current market value is listed as €1.00m by Transfermarkt. Reports in December 2025 suggested a potential transfer to Barcelona would likely be worth no more than €1 million. Rumours from November 2024 mentioned the possibility of a move to River Plate for a transfer fee that was described as symbolic.
