Nicolás Otamendi, the Argentine defender who has been playing for Benfica since last season, is currently out with an injury that will keep him sidelined for several months.

Otamendi suffered an ankle injury during training on Sunday and was immediately taken to hospital for treatment. While the exact nature of his injury remains unclear, it appears to be a serious one, as he may need surgery to repair the damage.

The news comes as a disappointment for both Otamendi and Benfica, who have high hopes for their star player this season. He has made an impressive start to life in Portugal, helping the team to a strong start to the season and scoring two goals in just three games.

However,Football Regional Port with his status uncertain, it is likely that Otamendi will miss the majority of the remainder of the season. This could have significant implications for Benfica, as they will need to find a replacement for their key player while he recovers.

Despite the setback, there are still reasons to be optimistic about Otamendi's future. He has shown great resilience in the past, and it is possible that he can make a full recovery and return to action soon.

In the meantime, Benfica will turn to other players in the squad to fill the void left by Otamendi's absence. However, it is clear that the team will need to work hard if they want to maintain their position in the top flight of Portuguese football.

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