AS Roma Step Up Bid for Palmeiras Midfielder Richard Rios

AS Roma are ready to increase their offer for Richard Rios, the Palmeiras midfielder. They are coming closer to the *€30 million* price that the Brazilian team wants. Roma want to improve their midfield before the 2025/26 Serie A season.

WHAT’S HAPPENING IN THE TRANSFER TALKS?

Roma have been talking with Palmeiras about Rios. They are now offering a deal close to *€25 million plus €5 million in add-ons*, which is being structured in a way that part of this amount depends on Rios’ performance. It is not all guaranteed. Palmeiras want a fixed *€30 million* before agreeing to sell their Colombian player as per reports. Rios wants to join Roma and has turned down better offers, including a move to Russia despite Zenit Saint Petersburg offering the right price. Clubs like Nottingham Forest, Wolves, and Benfica are interested, but they have not matched the asking price and have not made official bids.

ROMA’S AMBITIONS AND THE IMPORTANCE OF RIOS

Rios was a star for Palmeiras in the FIFA Club World Cup and the Campeonato Brasileiro, where he was recognized as one of the best midfielders in South America. He is a top target for many European clubs, and Roma see him as a key part of their midfield under new manager Gian Piero Gasperini according to a previous update. Roma finished fifth in Serie A last season and missed out on Champions League football. They want to bring in quality players to challenge for a top-four spot. Roma have been persistent, and their status in Italian football makes them Rios’ preferred choice. He has already agreed on personal terms with the club.

WHAT’S NEXT FOR ROMA AND PALMEIRAS?

Roma and Palmeiras will keep talking to close the gap between add-ons and fixed fees. Roma’s season will start soon. They will play their first matches in Serie A against Bologna, a team that finished mid-table but won a historical Coppa Italia against AC Milan last season. Every new player can help the team. Palmeiras are currently third in Brazil’s Serie A, four points behind leaders Flamengo, and they want to get the most value for Rios, who is one of their best players, as they aim for domestic success.