Everton FC is on the hunt for a new midfielder to replace Amadou Onana, who left the club to join Aston Villa earlier in the summer transfer window. According to teamTALK, the Toffees have set their sights on Richard Rios, a talented midfielder from Palmeiras. The Brazilian club is seeking at least £12 million for Rios, with other clubs like West Ham, Manchester United, and Leicester also showing interest.
Rios, a dynamic and skilled midfielder with a futsal background, has impressed with his work rate and performances in the Copa America. His style of play is different from Onana’s, but he has settled into his defensive midfield role nicely, making him an attractive option for Everton.
Manager Sean Dyche is working hard to add more talent to his squad, and Rios could be an excellent addition. While Dyche is known for focusing on results, Rios’s flair and creativity could bring a new dimension to Everton’s play.
The club needs to move quickly to secure Rios’s signature, with other clubs circling. Everton’s interest in Rios was first reported a few weeks ago, and the club will be eager to finalize the deal.
Rios’s potential signing is a testament to Dyche’s commitment to strengthening the squad. Despite the club’s off-field issues, Dyche remains focused on building a competitive team.
In other Everton news, Sean Dyche was taken aback by a question about Jarrad Branthwaite’s future after the club completed its latest signing. The Toffees are working to resolve issues off the pitch, but Dyche’s focus on strengthening the squad is clear.