Paris Saint-Germain is actively pursuing Palmeiras midfielder Richard Rios, with a reported €30 million bid. Atletico Madrid also seeks the talented Colombian
PSG Transfer Plans are intensifying this summer as the French giants reportedly aim to acquire Palmeiras midfielder Richard Rios. Paris Saint-Germain hopes to “rob” one of their Club World Cup rivals of a key player.
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Director Luis Campos, renowned for his talent scouting, is moving to bolster a midfield that already includes Joao Neves, Vitinha, and Fabian Ruiz.
The sporting director wants to provide manager Luis Enrique with a reinforcement specifically tailored for upcoming competitions.
His choice has landed on the Colombian standout from Palmeiras, who also starred in the Club World Cup.
Since joining Palmeiras in 2023, Richard Rios has impressed on Brazilian pitches.
His energetic style perfectly matches Parisian requirements.
Campos has consistently written enthusiastic reports about Rios since last autumn.
The recent Club World Cup performances only confirmed his appeal.
Against Porto, the former Flamengo midfielder dominated the midfield, showcasing quick transitions and significant physical impact.
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According to the South American media outlet Antena 2, a €30 million (£26m/$34m) bid would be sufficient to persuade Palmeiras to sell.
This fee should pose no problem for PSG. The club’s staff have already approved the deal. Discussions now focus on the payment structure.
However, PSG is not alone in their pursuit of the 25-year-old. Atletico Madrid also appreciates Rios’ temperament, considering it compatible with Diego Simeone’s high pressing tactical approach.
Nottingham Forest remains in the running, but clearly lags behind the two European heavyweights.
The player’s representatives are open to a move, explaining that the prospect of playing alongside Ousmane Dembele and Marquinhos acts as a significant draw.
Antena 2’s article includes a confidential insight from the Palmeiras dressing room: “The next few hours will be decisive.”
This suggests a move could happen very soon.
The PSG board wants to finalise the deal before the summer break.
This would allow the player to join the team when pre season training begins.
If Palmeiras increases their demands, it is unclear whether Campos has a backup plan.
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For now, Luis Enrique has given his approval; the rest depends on ongoing negotiations.
