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Benfica reached the forefront in the negotiations for the midfielder Palmeiras Richard Rios, ahead of the main competitor – the Italian rum. According to Sportitalia, the Portuguese club offered 25 million euros plus additional bonuses and also agreed with the player key details of the personal contract.

Despite the activity of “eagles”, Palmeiras is not ready to release one of its leaders. The Brazilian club insists on the amount of 30 million euros plus bonuses, and has previously rejected similar proposals from Vulverthampton and Nottingham Forest.

Against the background of the activity of the Portuguese Roma risks losing Rios, although it prepares a new improved offer. According to Brazil, the Italian club is ready to offer 28 million euros plus 3 million bonuses. However, the position of the football player himself can be a key factor: Rios is ready to join Benfika, as soon as the agreement between clubs is agreed.