Man Utd eyeing stunning swoop for Benfica star

Manchester United are weighing up a big-money move for Benfica midfielder Richard Rios ahead of the summer transfer window, according to AS.

The Red Devils are expected to strengthen their holding midfield department in the summer, and they are exploring multiple options at the moment.

Rios has emerged as one of those. The Colombian was previously on the club's radar during his time at Palmeiras, but Benfica beat them to him.

The 25-year-old has had a fine spell with the Portuguese giants and he is now prepared to pursue a bigger challenge during the prime of his career.

United are one of the many clubs monitoring his situation and it remains to be seen whether they follow up with a formal bid for the talented ace.

Inter Milan, Napoli and Liverpool are also tracking the midfielder, who has made more than 40 appearances in his debut season with Benfica so far.

Rios prefers to sort out his future before the World Cup.