Richard Ríos edging closer to Benfica exit as Besiktas interest grows | OneFootball

According to Glorioso 1904, Richard Ríos is edging closer to a Benfica exit, with Besiktas emerging as the leading suitor.

The Turkish club are monitoring the Colombian midfielder’s situation and could lodge a bid in the coming days, a move that may directly shape Benfica’s market plans.

The Benfica hierarchy remain hopeful of completing a transfer before the window closes. Galatasaray and Napoli have shown interest but are currently further back. If Besiktas formalise an offer that satisfies Benfica, it could unlock a move for Gustavo Puerta.

The Racing Santander midfielder is understood to have most details aligned to join the Estádio da Luz club, but his switch hinges on Ríos leaving. Benfica want to create squad space before finalising the compatriot’s arrival.

Ríos has slipped in Marco Silva’s plans and has mostly been used off the bench, a situation that could aid a change of scenery. He is open to departing, though it remains to be seen whether Turkish football, and specifically Besiktas’ project, meets his requirements.

A Colombian trade-off is therefore possible, Ríos departing and Puerta arriving, but only if Besiktas convert interest into a concrete proposal.

Source: Glorioso 1904

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