Palmeiras midfielder Richard Rios is being linked with a move to Serie A where Roma are said to be waiting for him with open arms.

The Colombian player is considered the ideal reinforcement for Gian Piero Gasperini’s squad.

As reported by Leggo, Roma are in contact with Rios’ agents and the intermediaries supervising the negotiations with Palmeiras.

The newspaper claims that Roma have been able to agree to personal terms with the player who would sign a 5-year contract worth over 2.5 million euros.

The agreement with Palmeiras, however, is a long way off and Roma will require more time to formulate a satisfying offer.