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Nicolás Otamendi is a defender from Argentina who plays for River Plate, wearing shirt number 19. This season he has made 8 appearances. Born in 1988, he stands 1.83 m tall.
Player information
Full name
Nicolás Hernán Gonzalo Otamendi
Known as
N. Otamendi
Position
Defender
Team
River Plate
Nationality
Argentina
Date of birth
12 February 1988
Age
38 years
Height
1.83 m
Weight
80 kg
Sex
Male
Shirt number
19
Season statistics
8
Matches
0
Goals
0
Assists
2
Yellow cards
0
Red cards
Advanced statistics
7
Shots
1
On target · 14%
1
Key passes
543
Passes
1
Dribbles won · 100%
14
Tackles
12
Interceptions
57
Duels won · 68%
12
Fouls committed
8
Fouls drawn
0
Goals conceded
Recent matches · last 5
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L
L
W
Trophy cabinet · 24 won
Copa América
4×
2024 · 2021 · 2016 · 2015
Carabao Cup
4×
Premier League
4×
Liga Profesional de Fútbol
1×
Season 26808
World Cup Qualifiers – South America
1×
2022
World Cup
1×
2022
UEFA Super Cup
1×
2011
Europa League
1×
2010/2011
FA Cup
1×
Clubs and national teams · 3
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Argentina U23 National team © Captain -
Argentina National team
The career of Nicolás Otamendi so far
Nicolás Otamendi's career began at Vélez Sarsfield. He moved to Porto in 2010 for €4m, to Manchester City in 2015 for €45m, to Benfica in 2020 for €15m and then to River Plate in 2026, among 8 recorded transfers in total. He has won 37 trophies, including Liga Profesional de Fútbol, Liga Portugal, Copa America. He currently plays for River Plate, with 0 goals in 8 appearances this season.
Career history · 8 transfers
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2026
Benfica River Plate
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2026
Benfica TBC
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2020
Manchester City Benfica
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2015
Valencia Manchester City
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2014
Porto Valencia
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2014
Atlético Mineiro Porto
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2014
Porto Atlético Mineiro
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2010
Vélez Sarsfield Porto
Frequently asked questions about Nicolás Otamendi
What team does Nicolás Otamendi play for?
Nicolás Otamendi plays for River Plate.
What position does Nicolás Otamendi play?
Nicolás Otamendi plays as a defender.
How old is Nicolás Otamendi?
Nicolás Otamendi is 38 years old, born on 12 February 1988.
How tall is Nicolás Otamendi?
Nicolás Otamendi is 1.83 m (6′0″) tall.
How many goals has Nicolás Otamendi scored this season?
Nicolás Otamendi has scored 0 goals in 8 appearances this season.
Where is Nicolás Otamendi from?
Nicolás Otamendi is from Argentina.
Which teams has Nicolás Otamendi played for?
Nicolás Otamendi has played for Vélez Sarsfield, Porto, Atlético Mineiro, Valencia, Manchester City, Benfica, TBC and River Plate.
What shirt number does Nicolás Otamendi wear?
Nicolás Otamendi wears shirt number 19 for River Plate.
When did Nicolás Otamendi join River Plate?
Nicolás Otamendi joined River Plate from Benfica on 1 July 2026.