Archive · 20 Jul 2025
Richard Rios Joins Benfica; Medical Scheduled Next Week
Richard Rios, a soccer player from Colombia, is going to play for Benfica, a team in Portugal.
Benfica is paying a lot of money to get him from his current team, Palmeiras.
Other teams like AS Roma and some in England also wanted him, but Rios picked Benfica because they can play in the Champions League.
The team's boss talked to Rios directly and told him he would be important to the team.
Rios is good at controlling the ball and dribbling, which means he is good at moving the ball past other players.
He's expected to join Benfica next week after a medical checkup.
Richard Rios, a Colombian midfielder, is set to join Benfica after negotiations.
Benfica agreed to pay Palmeiras €30 million in three installments for Rios.
Rios chose Benfica over other clubs, including AS Roma and Premier League teams.
Rios's performances, including at the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup, attracted European interest.
Rios is known for his midfield control and was the best dribbler in the 2023 Brasileirao.
- Who
- Richard Rios, a Colombian midfielder, will join Benfica.
- What
- Richard Rios is transferring from Palmeiras to Benfica.
- When
- The medical is scheduled for next week.
- Where
- Lisbon, Portugal.
- Why
- Benfica's Champions League football and the club's project attracted Rios.
AS Roma
Benfica
Transfer Outcome
AS Roma
AS Roma manager Gian Piero Gasperini wanted Rios.
Benfica
Benfica signed Rios
- Player
- Richard Rios
- Age
- 25
- From
- Palmeiras
- To
- Benfica
- Transfer Fee
- €30 million
- Installments
- Three
- Position
- Midfielder