The 32-year-old has enjoyed a career resurgence having been converted from winger to full-back and has shown up some of his more illustrious United teammates. His fine form has kept Luke Shaw on the sidelines and earned him an international recall.
Much-derided at the start of his City career, Otamendi has silenced the critics and been a rock for Pep Guardiola at the back this term. He has missed just one match this season, through suspension, helping City keep 11 clean sheets, while he has also chipped in with four goals.