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Nicolas Otamendi
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scarty10
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If I met him in the street I'd give him a good strong warm elbow. I like him.
Agree completely with that. Never whinged or complained when left out, always given his all...and what's more, he has always been available for selection. Hardly remember the guy having any sort of injury (could be wrong), but being reliable & dependable is in itself, a pretty priceless (and rare) commodity for our centre backs!
So whilst the time is right for him to move on, for sure he will go with my thanks and best wishes...gave 100% of what he had...and you can't ask for more than that.
malg
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That's shite.....someone on this thread said he gave 110%. One of you needs to sort this out...Agree completely with that. Never whinged or complained when left out, always given his all...and what's more, he has always been available for selection. Hardly remember the guy having any sort of injury (could be wrong), but being reliable & dependable is in itself, a pretty priceless (and rare) commodity for our centre backs!
So whilst the time is right for him to move on, for sure he will go with my thanks and best wishes...gave 100% of what he had...and you can't ask for more than that.
eyalluvitt
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He has been a warrior for us down the years, brave, tough and a model pro. Age catches up with us all but we should remember him fondly as a cog in a successful machine.
PragueBlue
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If I met him in the street I'd give him a good strong warm elbow. I like him.
He'd probably collapse on the floor, writhing about and holding his face ;-)
Chi-town blues
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Wouldn't surprise me to see him go on a nominal fee. I think it's a reason players stick it out so long with us, they know come the end of their contract the club will look after them and cause as little fuss as possible when it's time to move on.
Its what separates us from a lot of clubs. Loyalty is definitely rewarded.
Its what separates us from a lot of clubs. Loyalty is definitely rewarded.
bluecityste
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Shame he can rarely stay on his feet when back-pedalling.
If he could tame that side of his game he would still be first choice cover or in the team. Head like a magnet (despite his size).
If he could tame that side of his game he would still be first choice cover or in the team. Head like a magnet (despite his size).
FromPollockToSilva
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If he played for Atletico or Juve he’d be absolutely fine. Our system just leaves his weaknesses exposed too often
Stiff Little Wingers
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Agree with the overall opinion of him - extremes of being a top class backs to the wall defender to diving in recklessly leaving the whole defence exposed (Wolves Away last season is an example) and also going down play acting far too often. Still, fondly remembered given at least he was our Nico for a few years
shevtheblue
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Not any worse than Lovren, who Liverpool managed to get 11m for. People think Otamendi is worth just 5m needs their heads examining IMO.Agree with the overall opinion of him - extremes of being a top class backs to the wall defender to diving in recklessly leaving the whole defence exposed (Wolves Away last season is an example) and also going down play acting far too often. Still, fondly remembered given at least he was our Nico for a few years
Mad Eyed Screamer
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Just for clarity, how long have you been watching City?Possibly in the top 5 centre backs I’ve seen play for us.
Started following us last season.Just for clarity, how long have you been watching City?
Mad Eyed Screamer
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Then yes, in your top 5 is accurate ;)Started following us last season.
Haha. In all seriousness, I started following City in 2003.Then yes, in your top 5 is accurate ;)
Mad Eyed Screamer
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So your other 4 would beHaha. In all seriousness, I started following City in 2003.
Kompany
Dunne
Dustin
Laporte
Quite possibly.So your other 4 would be
Kompany
Dunne
Dustin
Laporte
I think van Buyten and Lescott deserve mentions too. Knowing me, I’ve probably made some glaring omission.
salford blue 62
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I have nothing but total respect for the guy,as others have said he always gave everything,never heard a bad word from him,and played a big part in us winning silverware.....and scored against the scum !
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