Palmeiras’ new signing Arias gets Ríos’ message: “Be happy” | OneFootball

Former Palmeiras player, Richard Ríos sent a message to his compatriot Jhon Arias, announced this Saturday as the new reinforcement for Verdão.

“Hey, Jhonzito. Just stopping by to wish you the best of luck, may God bless you. May you and your family be as happy as I was there. Rest assured that you are joining a family and a spectacular group. I wish you all the best, both for you and for the club. If you need anything, feel free to message me,” said the Colombian.

Ríos left the club in July of last year, when he was sold to Benfica, in Portugal. The player joined Palmeiras in 2023 and played 138 games, scoring 11 goals and providing ten assists. With Verdão, he won two titles, the 2023 Brazilian Championship and the 2024 Paulista Championship.

Jhon Arias arrives at Palmeiras with a contract until December 2029, after a stint at Wolverhampton, currently at the bottom of the English Championship.

Palmeiras Situation

Palmeiras has four points in the Brasileirão and is in second place, behind Red Bull Bragantino, which has six. In the Paulistão, Verdão also appears as the runner-up, with 12 points.

Next Palmeiras Game

Game: Corinthians vs Palmeiras Competition: Paulista Championship (7th round) Date and time: February 8, 2026 (Sunday), at 8:30 PM (Brasília time) Location: Neo Química Arena

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