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Nicolás Otamendi Career Mode Potential

Benfica BadgeBenfica
Portugal Primeira Liga (1) LogoPortugal Primeira Liga (1)
Argentina FlagArgentina
80
OVR
80
POT

Player Info

NameNicolás Otamendi
PositionCB
Alt. Positions
Age38
Preferred FootRight
Date of Birth13 Feb 1988
Height183cm (6' 0")
Weight78kg (172 lbs)
Body TypeAvg & Stocky
Skill Moves
Weak Foot
International reputation
Player ID192366

Nicolás Otamendi Career Mode rating and potential

Nicolás Otamendi is a high-level CB for Benfica in Portugal Primeira Liga (1). At 80 overall with 80 potential, he has strong potential and profiles as a rotation option in Career Mode. His strongest area is physicality, making him especially useful for teams that need quality in that part of the pitch.

Strengths
  • Strong physical presence
  • Ready for first-team football
Weaknesses
    Best For

      Current Club

      Value€3.8m
      Wage€19k
      Kit Number30
      Joined30th September 2020
      Contract Expiry2028

      National Team

      Kit Number19

      Career Mode Growth Curve

      This player is ahead of their expected development curve, so growth may slow down.

      Reduced
      Curve Status
      Far Ahead Curve
      Forward / Striker
      Expected OVR
      68
      Estimated rating for age
      Curve Gap
      +12
      Current OVR vs expected
      Peak Window
      28–32
      Typical peak age range
      Potential Progress
      100%
      +0 OVR remaining

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      Curve Gap

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      Growth Outlook

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      Peak Window

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      These values are estimates based on Career Mode development patterns. They are designed to help compare players and identify good long-term signings, but actual growth can still be affected by playtime, training, form and injuries.

      Similar Players

      Players similar to Nicolás Otamendi in Career Mode, based on position, age, overall rating, potential and key attributes.

      Key Attributes

      Pace
      58
      Shooting
      57
      Passing
      65
      Dribbling
      62
      Defending
      81
      Physical
      85

      All Attributes

      Pace
      54
      Acceleration
      62
      Sprint Speed
      Shooting
      54
      Finishing
      55
      Positioning
      69
      Shot Power
      56
      Long Shots
      45
      Penalties
      57
      Volleys
      Passing
      62
      Vision
      52
      Crossing
      39
      FK Accuracy
      76
      Long Passing
      74
      Short Passing
      50
      Curve
      Dribbling
      58
      Agility
      58
      Balance
      79
      Reactions
      77
      Composure
      66
      Ball Control
      56
      Dribbling
      Defending
      80
      Interceptions
      83
      Heading Acc..
      82
      Def Aware..
      81
      Stand Tackle
      80
      Sliding Tackle
      Physical
      90
      Jumping
      87
      Stamina
      81
      Strength
      89
      Aggression
      Goalkeeping
      12
      Diving
      5
      Handling
      8
      Kicking
      12
      Positioning
      11
      Reflexes

      PlayStyles

      Precision Header PlayStylePrecision Header
      Intercept PlayStyleIntercept
      Slide Tackle PlayStyleSlide Tackle
      Aerial Fortress PlayStyleAerial Fortress
      Bruiser PlayStyleBruiser

      Roles

      CB
      Ball-Playing Defender++
      CB
      Stopper+

      Positional Ratings

      ST
      84
      LW
      78
      RW
      78
      CAM
      78
      CM
      78
      LM
      78
      RM
      78
      CDM
      78
      CB
      78
      LB
      78
      RB
      78

      FAQ

      What is Nicolás Otamendi's Career Mode potential?+

      Nicolás Otamendi has 80 potential in Career Mode, starting from an overall rating of 80.

      How much can Nicolás Otamendi grow?+

      Nicolás Otamendi can grow by 0 overall, from 80 to 80 potential.

      What is Nicolás Otamendi's best position?+

      Nicolás Otamendi's main position is CB. He can also play .

      Is Nicolás Otamendi good in Career Mode?+

      Nicolás Otamendi is a strong Career Mode option for teams needing a CB. At 80 overall with 80 potential, he is best suited to clubs that need quality now with some room to grow.

      What are Nicolás Otamendi's strongest attributes?+

      Nicolás Otamendi's strongest areas are Physical (85) and Defending (81), making him especially useful in roles that suit those strengths.

      Nicolás Otamendi Career Mode Potential, Rating & Growth