Richard Ríos is hindering Gustavo Puerta's arrival at Benfica: the Portuguese club is willing to loan out the Colombian national team midfielder

Benfica is currently evaluating the possibility of loaning out Colombian midfielder Gustavo Puerta as the summer transfer window nears its conclusion. The club's strategy regarding roster adjustments has been complicated by the status of other players, specifically Richard Ríos, whose presence or contractual situation is cited as a factor hindering the finalization of movements involving Puerta.

Beyond the specific case of Puerta, the Portuguese club is also considering loan options for goalkeeper Anatoliy Trubin and midfielder Richard Ríos. These measures are being weighed due to a lack of concrete purchase offers for these players, forcing the organization to seek alternative arrangements to manage its squad before the market closes.