Overview
- Napoli have begun talks for a roughly €30 million transfer for Richard Rios, with sporting director Giovanni Manna leading discussions, according to Goal and Gianluca Di Marzio.
- Benfica want a profit on the €27 million they paid last summer, and Goal reports there is only a small gap between the clubs on valuation.
- Italian reports say Benfica may need a significant sale before June 30, which could make Rios a leading candidate if negotiations progress.
- Inter are tracking Rios while prioritizing Roma’s Manu Kone at a reported €40 million price, so the Colombian is viewed as an option alongside or instead of that move.
- AreaNapoli and Get Italian Football News say Juventus and Premier League clubs are watching the player, with intermediary Bruno Carvalho in contact with Napoli about a potential deal.