Colombia was the surprise package at the Copa America in the United States, reaching the final of the renowned competition before losing in sad circumstances to an extra-time winner by Lautaro Martinez. Regardless, Nestor Lorenzo’s players, including Rios, who plays for Palmeiras, have piqued the interest of several major clubs looking to make a move in the summer.

Manchester United is one of the clubs that has been pleased by the 24-year-old, with insiders telling GOAL Brazil that the Red Devils have already made initial contact with the central midfielder’s management. According to insiders, Erik ten Hag’s team is considering a £17 million ($21.9 million) bid for the Colombian, as the Dutchman and INEOS seek to rebuild their squad following a disappointing 2023/24 season.

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According to the source, Palmeiras is not willing to give up easily, despite the fact that the midfielder is valued by numerous European heavyweights, with AC Milan also reportedly interested in the brilliant player. The Alviverde do not want to lose such a valuable player in the middle of the season and are not willing to negotiate.

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Earlier this month, Palmeiras coach Abel Ferreira stated unequivocally that the club does not need to sell any more players after losing Estevao Willian to Chelsea, Luis Guilherme to West Ham, and Endrick to Real Madrid. He informed the journalists, “We’ve already made a lot of money through sales. Now we need to concentrate on alternatives in the field.”

What is next for Rios?

Palmeiras will most certainly want to keep Rios at Allianz Parque until the end of the season, but the Red Devils’ huge purchasing power could play a major role in bringing him to Old Trafford this summer.