Glorioso 1904
·19 September 2025
Did Benfica pay Palmeiras for Richard Ríos? Eagles clarify

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·19 September 2025
The management of Benfica has denied being in default with Palmeiras over the payment for Richard Ríos, a Colombian midfielder who arrived at Luz this summer. Although it was revealed that the reds did not successfully carry out the second transfer, the SAD denied that this corresponds to the reality of events.
"Following information released by the Media, Sport Lisboa e Benfica - Futebol, SAD informs that it does not have any default situation with Palmeiras", reads the first part of the statement released by the reds.
The 2nd installment will be paid within the limits set by the contract without implications for Benfica SAD and as agreed with Palmeiras".
In the current season, serving Benfica, Richard Ríos - valued at 16 million euros - has played 10 matches: five in the Champions League, four in the Portugal Betclic League and one in the Supercup. In the 846 minutes that Bruno Lage has chosen him, the midfielder has not yet scored or assisted.
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