Tottenham Make Move for Bayern’s Joao Palhinha as Midfield Overhaul Continues

Tottenham Hotspur have reportedly opened talks over a potential move for Bayern Munich midfielder Joao Palhinha, as the North London club looks to bolster its midfield ahead of a crucial season. According to GiveMeSport, Spurs have made initial contact to explore the possibility of signing the Portuguese international, who has struggled for minutes under new Bayern boss Vincent Kompany. Despite joining the Bundesliga giants last summer in a £47 million deal from Fulham, Palhinha has failed to make a lasting impact in Germany. Palhinha’s Bayern Struggles Spark Premier League Return Talk The 30-year-old was once a dominant force in Fulham’s midfield, earning widespread praise for his physicality, tackling, and positional awareness. However, his time at Bayern has been far from ideal. Limited to just 25 appearances and under 1,000 minutes of action, Palhinha spent much of the season either injured or on the bench—often overlooked even when fully fit. With frustration mounting over his lack of game time, Palhinha is now seriously considering his future. A move back to the Premier League could offer him the regular minutes and competitive edge he craves. Spurs Eye Midfield Reinforcements Under Thomas Frank New Spurs manager Thomas Frank is keen on reshaping the [...]

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