Tottenham close to loan move for Bayern’s Palhinha

Munich, Bayern midfielder Joao Palhinha is on loan at Tottenham, and they are close to signing him.

The clubs are still in progress, and there is a fundamental agreement in place.

The 30-year-old has an option to make the transfer permanent, which is unlikely to be a problem with personal terms.

Prior to his £42.3 million move to Germany in July 2024, Palinha made 68 top-flight appearances at Fulham in two years. He also has significant Premier League experience.

The Portugal international is eager to return to England after only six Bundesliga starts since moving to Bavaria.

Since Thomas Frank’s arrival, Spurs have already made permanent use of Mathys Tel’s temporary loan, and West Ham have signed Mohammed Kudus in a £55 million deal.