Fenerbahçe, under Jose Mourinho’s management, has taken action to reinforce the midfield. The yellow-navy team wants to transfer Colombian midfielder Richard Rios, who Galatasaray is also interested in. Fenerbahçe has also stepped in for the player, for whom Galatasaray made a 16 million euro offer to Palmeiras.
Fenerbahçe is reportedly considering paying 20 million euros, including bonuses, for Rios, 24. Palmeiras does not want to sell the player for less than 20 million euros, and it is said that there is competition between the two Istanbul teams.
Who is Richard Rios?
Richard Rios was born on June 2, 2000 in Vegachi, Colombia. Rios started his football career in Flamengo’s youth academy and was later promoted to the A team in 2021. Rios was transferred to Guarani in the summer of 2022 and after playing there, he was transferred to Palmeiras in March 2023 for a transfer fee of 1.38 million. Euros.
The 24-year-old midfielder, who has a contract with Palmeiras until 2026, has a current market value of 10 million euros. Rios, who played in 31 matches for Palmeiras this season, showed his performance by scoring 2 goals and making 1 assist. He also showed a remarkable performance in the Copa America.
