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Benfica look set to shut a deal to deliver Colombian midfielder Richard Rios to the membership from Palmeiras, with studies from Italy suggesting that regardless of a raised bid from Roma final night time, the Giallorossi have pulled out of negotiations.
Based on what has been reported by Italian newspaper the Corriere dello Sport this morning, Roma’s elevated bid yesterday night was nonetheless wanting the €30 million that the Brazilian membership are demanding for his or her midfielder.
PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA – JUNE 28: Richard Rios #8 of Palmeiras reacts through the FIFA Membership World Cup 2025 spherical of 16 match between SE Palmeiras and Botafogo FR at Lincoln Monetary Area on June 28, 2025 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Picture by Francois Nel/Getty Photos)
This opens the door absolutely for Benfica to swoop in and shut on a deal.
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As Roma transfer for Wesley, Rios door seems to be closed
Flamengo full-back Wesley seems to be set to affix Gian Piero Gasperini’s Roma this summer time however which may be the one participant the Giallorossi signal from Brazil.
Quito, Ecurator – April 22: Wesley França of Flamengo Runs with the Ball While Beneath Stress From Gianla of LDI of Quito In the course of the Cup Conmebol Libertadores 2025 Group C Match Between LDU Quito and Flamengo at Rodrigo Paz Stadium on April 22, 2025 In Quito, Ecurator. (Picture by Franklin Jacome/Getty Photos)
While Wesley has his coronary heart set on a transfer to the Italian capital, the identical can’t be mentioned for Rios.
Palmeiras have stood agency over their valuation of the participant and regardless of a number of bids from the Serie A facet, an settlement couldn’t be reached. Roma should not ready to maintain negotiation and have, due to this fact, pulled out of talks.
