Action expected in coming weeks between Palhinha, Spurs (GiveMeSport)
Tottenham Hotspur and Bayern Munich have done some good business together of late and more could be on the way.
In recent reports, Tottenham has been linked to Bayern Munich midfielderJoão Palhinha and it seems like Spurs could be inclined to make a move for Palhinha in the coming weeks — just do not expect them to rush into it:
Tottenham Hotspur have made contact with Bayern Munich midfielder Joao Palhinha over a summer transfer, according to Fabrizio Romano.
Spurs have had a relatively quiet start
ADto the transfer window compared to their fellow ‘Big Six’ clubs. With Mohammed Kudus through the door, and the young Japanese defender, Kota Takai, signing on the dotted line, that completes the north London side’s transfer business so far.
Alongside the loan deals for Kevin Danso and Mathys Tel becoming permanent, the Lilywhites are now awaiting their next incoming. That player that looked to be Morgan Gibbs-White, but a move that has since stalled due to legal issues, it appears Spurs will now turn their attention to Palhinha, having contacted the Portuguese player’s camp.
Hoping to bolster in the middle of the park, Fabrizio Romano has reported that Frank’s side have ‘genuine interest’ in Palhinha, who has been described as ‘world-class’, and have made an initial approach to his camp to discuss a move.
Šeško to NUFC? (Sky Germany’s Florian Plettenberg)
RB Leipzig has recently lowered the asking price on star striker Benjamin Šeško and Newcastle United’s interest is piqued:
⚫️⚪️ Newcastle and Benjamin #Sesko’s camp are in concrete talks, with RB Leipzig informed. However, there is still no verbal agreement. But Newcastle/Sesko working on it.
#NUFC have had Sesko on their radar since 2022. Let’s see what happens in the coming days and weeks. So far, Leipzig have not received any offer for Sesko. Leipzig are demanding €80–100 million.
Plettenberg’s last note there runs counter to other reports, which say that €70 million is the asking price for the Slovenian. If — somehow — the price really is €70 million, Bayern Munich could potentially be lured into taking a look at a player we know the club likes.
Bavarian Podcast Works — Weekend Warm-up Show Season 4, Episode 53 (Bavarian Football Works)
Bayern Munich’s summer action is heating up after a lull and a move or two could be on the horizon. Let’s catch up on all of it on this edition of the Bavarian Podcast Works — Weekend Warm-up Show:
- €75 million might be Bayern’s magic number for Liverpool’s Luis Diaz — and we think we finally know why we have been feeling so iffy about the situation.
- Bayern made its last bid on Nick Woltemade, which could still fall short of the mark. If that fails...who’s next? Maybe of three Red Bull-related players.
- Are we headed into an era of stability at Bayern Munich? Despite rumors of disconnect, there could be a pathway forward to structure.
Ortega leaving Man City? (Sky Germany’s Florian Plettenberg)
German goalkeeper Stefan Ortega has some suitors:
Three Premier League clubs pushing for Stefan #Ortega, while #Fenerbahce are also in concrete talks. A move to Burnley has fallen through for now.
A summer departure for Ortega this summer is becoming increasingly likely. The reason: Ederson is set to stay, and James Trafford is joining. #MCFC
@SkySportDE
Félix back to Benfica? Hmmm...maybe not (Sky Germany’s Florian Plettenberg)
João Félix could be headed back to Benfica...right? Right?
It seems like it:
⚪️ SL Benfica are still pushing to sign Joao #Felix, as reported.
A deal is understood to be likely, and the player’s camp are optimistic about completing the return.
The 25 y/o is open to joining #Benfica. He is under contract with Chelsea until 2031. #CFC
@SkySportDE
However, transfer expert Fabrizio Romano says that Al Hilal is trying to sneak in and steal Félix:
Al Nassr are in advanced talks to sign João Félix and hijack Benfica’s move!
Understand Al Nassr have sent permanent deal proposal to Chelsea and contract proposal to João.
The agreement is close as final details are set to be discussed in the next 24/48h.
Bavarian Podcast Works — Flagship Show: Season 7, Episode 62 (Bavarian Football Works)
Bayern Munich is working on hard a few deals, but could also be working through issues internally. Let’s talk about what came out of the news this week and if Bayern Munich fans should be concerned, on this edition of the Bavarian Podcast Works Show:
- Thomas Müller to LAFC?
- Is there a disconnect in the Bayern Munich front office — and also with the club’s supervisory board?
- VfB Stuttgart could be just as wacky as Bayern Munich these days...let’s talk about why?
- Hiroki Itō, Alphonso Davies, and Jamal Musiala were all spotted at Säbener Straße this week. Let’s talk about where things stand for each of them on their respective roads to recovery.
Leipzig could add another striker (Sky Germany’s Florian Plettenberg)
RB Leipzig ia attempting to bringin Brazilian striker Romulo:
⚪️ RB Leipzig have reached a verbal agreement with Brazilian striker #Romulo! The 23 y/o is under contract with Göztepe until 2028. Göztepe are demanding €25–30m, while Leipzig want to stay below €20m. The Brazilian is also attracting interest from clubs in England.
In order to complete the deal RB must first sell, with André Silva & Timo Werner clear candidates to leave.
Benjamin Sesko’s future also remains open – as reported, Newcastle are in contact with him and his agent.
@philipphinze24 | @SkySportDE
Juve rejects big bid on Yildiz (Gazzetto Dello Sport via ESPN)
Chelsea FC made a surprise bid for former Bayern Munich prospect and current Juventus winger Kenan Yildiz:
Chelsea have seen a bid of around €65m rejected to sign Juventus star Kenan Yildiz, 20.
Yildiz is looking more and more like one of those Bayern Munich campus player who the club will rue losing. What probably stings more is his primary position — left-wing, where Bayern Munich is expected to drop €85 million on Liverpool’s Luis Diaz in the coming days.
Yildiz can also play as a second striker, which would also be a help at the moment.
Bavarian Podcast Works — Flagship Show: Season 7, Episode 61 (Bavarian Football Works)
Bayern Munich’s summer transfer window could be heating up very soon.
The dominoes are falling all around Bayern Munich and each move should open up things for another. After a relatively quiet and composed approach to squad planning for the summer, it is time to start wheeling-and-dealing.
Let’s get into all of that on this edition of the Bavarian Podcast Works Show:
- With a move for Hugo Ekitiké getting close, the reality is that Bayern Munich is likely going to get Luis Diaz…whether fans like it or not. Let’s discuss…
- Bayern Munich has reportedly exited talks with VfB Stuttgart for Nick Woltemade to focus on a deal for Diaz. What should fans think? Will Bayern return to the negotiating table? Is this all spiraling out of control?
- It might just be time for Bayern Munich to rip off the band-aid. If there are options to sell Kim Min-jae, João Palhinha, and Sacha Boey, Bayern Munich should just unload them. It is time to stop thinking patience is a virtue with every player who underperforms.
- A final note on Florian Wirtz as Bayer Leverkusen’s CEO gloats over Bayern’s failure to land the star player.
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