Although Mourinho avoided referring to his future, in Argentina his name is being mentioned again as a possible reinforcement for the 'Millionaire'. According to ESPN, the interest of coach Marcelo Gallardo is to be able to count on the world champion and this desire to add him to the team, which has been around for some time, could be reactivated in 2026, when the player turns 38. It should be remembered that River had already tried to repatriate Otamendi in the recent transfer markets, but the defender chose to renew his link with Benfica. Additionally, the 'Millionaire' has shown itself willing to bring back its best players, as it did with Gonzalo Montiel. 'Nico is young'. Otamendi, 37, is in his sixth season with Benfica and his contract expires at the end of the current season. Benfica's coach, José Mourinho, showered praise on his team captain, Nicolás Otamendi, amidst rumors of a move to River. At a press conference, the Portuguese coach highlighted the current form of the world champion with Argentina: 'One thing is the real age and another is what we see on the field and in training. There are 20-year-olds who are old players, and there are 38 and 40-year-olds who are young'.
