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Nicolas Otamendi could be set for a move to Real Madrid

Manchester City defender Nicolas Otamendi is being linked with a move away from Etihad at the end of this season.

The Argentine international’s agent has dropped a strong hint that his client is heading to Real Madrid this summer.

Martin Sendoa, the player’s representative believes that his client is happy at Manchester. However, Real Madrid are looking to sign him as a replacement for Portuguese defender Pepe.

Pepe’s contract at Real Madrid is up at the end of this season and Sendoa confirmed that Otamendi has a similar profile to that of the Portuguese defender.