Midfielder Enzo Perez said on Tuesday that teammate Nicolas Otamendi played a critical role in Spanish football club Valencia finishing fourth in La Liga last season and qualifying for the Champions League playoff.
On the eve of Valencia's playoff against Monaco, Perez praised Otamendi for the great efforts exerted for both his teammates and the club, reports Efe.
Just as Otamendi will make a probable move to Manchester City, and after skipping out on Monday's training session, Perez added that "Aside from his transfer issue, Nico has contributed greatly, not only outside, but also on the pitch, that is what counts."
Meanwhile, the Argentine, who is expected to start against Monaco on Wednesday, spoke of the levels of the two teams, noting that his squad is fully aware of the importance of qualifying to the group stage.
Perez expressed his belief that the Valencia-Monaco clash will not be decided in the away second leg, which will take place next Tuesday at the Stade Louis II.
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