Tottenham Hotspur are keen on acquiring Bayern Munich’s João Palhinha. This move has gained steam per latest reports divulging the start of negotiations between the two clubs.
Bayern’s expectations
Despite having bought Palhinha from Fulham FC for €51 million in the winter transfer last year, the Bavarians do not have high demands. Per a report by Bild ( as captured by @iMianSanMia), Die Roten would be willing to sell the midfielder in the ballpark of €25-30 million.
Spurs have begun negotiations with Bayern
Tottenham are in talks with Bayern to get Palhinha on
loan as reported by the Athletic’s Jay Harris and Seb Stafford-Bloor. While the favored option is to obtain the defensive midfielder on loan, a permanent move is not yet ruled out. Yves Bissouma and Rodrigo Bentancur who currently man the no.6 role at White Hart Lane are in the final year of their contracts. Spurs see Palhinha as a perfect fit for that position.
Prospect of the Champions League
As far as what the player wants, Palhinha’s initial position was to stay and prove himself in Munich. However, he is willing to change his mind should an offer from a top club arrive. As reported previously, in case of a sale, the Premier league is the preferred destination for the player. With the Spurs offering Champions League football in addition to the PL, it makes this transfer prospect quite convincing for the 30 year-old.
Per Times Sport journalist Peter Rutzler (via @iMiaSanMia), Palhinha is “keen” on the move.
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