
Rio Ave odds
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| Player | Fee | From | To | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| — | Sep 08, 2025 | |||
| €500,000 | Sep 01, 2025 | |||
| — | Sep 01, 2025 | |||
| — | Sep 01, 2025 | |||
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| — | Aug 27, 2025 | |||
| €600,000 | Aug 15, 2025 | |||
| €500,000 | Aug 12, 2025 | |||
| €250,000 | Aug 09, 2025 | |||
| — | Jul 21, 2025 | |||
| — | Jul 09, 2025 | |||
| — | Jul 08, 2025 | |||
| — | Jun 30, 2025 | |||
| — | Jun 30, 2025 | |||
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| — | Feb 03, 2025 | |||
| — | Feb 03, 2025 | |||
| — | Feb 01, 2025 | |||
| — | Jan 31, 2025 | |||
| €2,200,000 | Jan 23, 2025 | |||
| — | Jan 20, 2025 | |||
| — | Jan 16, 2025 | |||
| — | Jan 11, 2025 | |||
| — | Sep 02, 2024 | |||
| — | Sep 02, 2024 | |||
| — | Sep 02, 2024 | |||
| — | Aug 31, 2024 | |||
| — | Aug 26, 2024 | |||
| — | Aug 20, 2024 | |||
| €1,100,000 | Aug 12, 2024 | |||
| — | Aug 07, 2024 | |||
| — | Aug 01, 2024 | |||
| — | Jul 27, 2024 | |||
| — | Jul 17, 2024 | |||
| — | Jul 09, 2024 | |||
| — | Jul 06, 2024 | |||
| — | Jul 05, 2024 | |||
| — | Jul 04, 2024 | |||
| — | Jul 02, 2024 | |||
| — | Jul 02, 2024 | |||
| — | Jul 01, 2024 | |||
| — | Jul 01, 2024 | |||
| €900,000 | Jul 01, 2024 | |||
| €1,000,000 | Jul 01, 2024 | |||
| — | Jun 30, 2024 | |||
| — | Jan 31, 2024 | |||
| — | Jan 31, 2024 | |||
| — | Jan 31, 2024 | |||
| — | Jan 30, 2024 | |||
| — | Jan 30, 2024 | |||
| — | Jan 29, 2024 | |||
| — | Jan 25, 2024 | |||
| — | Dec 31, 2022 | |||
| — | Nov 30, 2022 | |||
| — | Jul 16, 2022 | |||
| — | Jul 15, 2022 | |||
| — | Jan 05, 2022 | |||
| — | Dec 31, 2021 | |||
| — | Dec 21, 2021 | |||
| — | Feb 02, 2021 | |||
| — | Feb 01, 2021 | |||
| — | Feb 01, 2021 | |||
| — | Jan 28, 2021 | |||
| — | Jan 14, 2021 |
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Rio AveTransfer Analysis
A comprehensive look at Rio Ave's transfer activity over the past decade.
Transfer Activity
How active has Rio Ave been in the transfer market over the past decade?
Rio Ave has been extremely active in the transfer market, completing 137 transfers over the past 6 seasons. This includes 64 incoming moves and 73 departures. The most active season was 2024/25 with 73 transactions, while 2020/21 saw just 8.
Transfer Spending
A breakdown of investment and sales revenue across each season.
Over the past decade, Rio Ave has invested a total of €7.0M in incoming transfers while recouping €2.8M from player sales. This results in a net spend of €4.3M, making the club a balanced in the market. The club's biggest spending season was 2024/25 with €5.2M invested, while 2020/21 generated the most revenue at €1.8M.
Transfer Window Patterns
When does Rio Ave prefer to do their business?
Rio Ave is preferring to operate in the summer window. The summer window accounts for 77% of all transfer activity (105 moves), compared to 23% in January (32 moves). Summer spending totals €4.8M vs €2.2M in winter windows.
Net Spend Evolution
Tracking the balance between investment and sales over time.
The cumulative net spend chart tracks Rio Ave's overall market position over time. Values above zero indicate net profit (more sold than spent), while values below represent net investment. Currently, the club sits at a cumulative spend of €4.3M. The balance between spending and sales has remained relatively stable.
Positions Targeted
Which areas of the squad has Rio Ave invested in?
Rio Ave's recruitment has been with a clear emphasis on defender signings, with Defenders representing 36% of incoming transfers (23 signings). Attacker arrivals account for another 33% (21 players).
Positions Sold From
Where has Rio Ave seen the most outgoing activity?
The club has seen most departures from Defender positions (41%, 30 players), followed by Attackers at 30% (22 players). Both incoming and outgoing activity has been concentrated in defender positions, suggesting squad rebuilding in this area.
Biggest Signings
The most expensive players to arrive at Rio Ave.
The most significant investment was André Luiz for €2.2M, arriving from Estrela Amadora in 2025. Tobías Medina (€1.1M) and Cezary Miszta (€1.0M) complete the top three. The total spent on these top signings represents 61% of all incoming transfer fees.
Biggest Sales
The highest fees received for departing players.
Rio Ave's record sale is Diego Lopes for €1.8M to Lion City Sailors FC in 2021. These major sales have generated significant revenue to reinvest in the squad.
Fee Breakdown
How does Rio Ave's spending distribute across price brackets?
The majority of Rio Ave's incoming business (88%) has been Free transfers. This suggests a cost-conscious approach, maximising value from free transfers.
Signing Age Profile
What age groups has Rio Ave targeted in recruitment?
Rio Ave has focused on 21-25 signings, with 57% of arrivals in this age bracket. Only 6% of signings were 30 or older. This indicates a focus on prime-age players for immediate contribution.
Free Transfers
How much value has Rio Ave found in the free agent market?
Free transfers have accounted for 88% of incoming moves over the past decade. Notable free signings include Jakub Brabec, Alfonso Pastor, Omar Richards. In total, Rio Ave has brought in 56 players without a transfer fee.
Loan Movements
How has Rio Ave utilized the loan market?
Rio Ave has utilized the loan market frequently in both directions, sending out 22 players and bringing in 24 on temporary deals over the decade. The most loan activity came in 2024/25 with 27 moves.


















































