Manchester City boss Manuel Pellegrini is delighted with the addition of Nicolas Otamendi to his squad and feels that the club faithful will enjoy watching the Argentine in action.

Otamendi enjoyed a stellar introduction to life in the Spanish La Liga following his arrival from FC Porto last summer and went on to become a regular fixture in Valencia’s defence in partnership with Shkodran Mustafi.




His performances attracted the attentions of Manchester United as well as Manchester City, however, the Citizens have succeeded in bringing him to the Etihad Stadium.

And Pellegrini, who has guided his team to successive 3-0 wins over West Bromwich Albion and reigning English champions Chelsea in their first two league games of the season, is delighted to welcome the 27-year-old to his side.
 


“Nicolas Otamendi was arguably the best defender in La Liga last season and so naturally I’m delighted to have added a player of his quality”, the Chilean was quoted as saying by his club’s site.

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“He is an established international for one of the best nations in world football and I have no doubt that he has the right mentality to fit into a squad where he will find many familiar faces, including Eliaquim [Mangala] and Fernando who he played alongside in Portugal.”

Pellegrini further added that Otamendi has all the attributes required to succeed in the Premier League, adding that the club’s supporters will enjoy watching him in action.

“As a footballer, Nicolas has all of the qualities to be a success in the Premier League – he’s strong, he’s excellent in the tackle and he’s very good technically.

“I am sure he will become another Argentine player our fans will enjoy watching.”