Tottenham Hotspur have bolstered their midfield ranks with the loan acquisition of João Palhinha from Bayern Munich, bringing the Portuguese enforcer back to the Premier League just one year after his high-profile move to Germany.

The 30-year-old midfielder returns to England following a challenging season at Bayern, where he made 25 appearances across all competitions but started only 10 matches under former Burnley boss Vincent Kompany. Having previously impressed during two years with Fulham, Palhinha is no stranger to English football and is expected to bring strength and experience to Ange Postecoglou’s side.

Spurs have secured the deal on a season-long loan, with an option to buy at the end of the campaign, giving the North London outfit flexibility in shaping their long-term midfield plans.

 

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Bayern’s board member for sport, Max Eberl, acknowledged that the move was in the best interests of all parties.

“João Palhinha, unfortunately, didn’t get the game time he hoped for at FC Bayern last season,” Eberl told the club’s official website. “We’ve found the best solution for all sides with Tottenham Hotspur. João can have a whole season at top European level there. We wish him all the best for the year ahead.”

 

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Palhinha originally joined Bayern from Sporting CP for a deal reportedly worth £47.4 million ($63 million). However, after failing to establish himself as a mainstay in midfield, he now gets another shot in the Premier League, where his physicality and defensive prowess had earned him widespread praise.

The timing of the move is intriguing, as Palhinha may face his parent club this Thursday when Spurs visit Allianz Arena for a preseason clash against Bayern. The fixture could also feature a reunion with Harry Kane, who left Spurs last summer for Bavaria, and a potential duel with new Bayern recruit Mathys Tel.

With his return to familiar territory, Tottenham fans will be hopeful that Palhinha can rediscover his best form and help solidify their midfield as they gear up for the new season.

 

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Bayern Munich has finally secured the signing of Joao Palhinha from Fulham, marking the completion of a long-awaited deal that initially faltered in the summer of 2023. The midfielder, who had returned to Fulham after the initial move collapsed, signed a new contract with the club before Bayern revived their interest in him this transfer window.

Palhinha expressed his joy, describing it as one of the happiest days of his life. He highlighted his pride in joining one of Europe’s top clubs and expressed eagerness to contribute to Bayern’s success, aiming to win titles and make a significant impact at the Allianz Arena.

“This is one of the happiest days of my life,” Palhinha told Bayern club channels. “I am now playing for one of the absolute top clubs in Europe, it’s a dream come true for me and I’m very proud of that.

“I’m looking forward to the atmosphere and the fans in the Allianz Arena. I want to celebrate success with FC Bayern, win titles – I’ll give everything to achieve that.”

𝓑𝓮𝓱𝓲𝓷𝓭 𝓽𝓱𝓮 𝓢𝓬𝓮𝓷𝓮𝓼 #ServusJoão ⚪️

Full clip here 👉 https://t.co/PjEXHgnF2W 🔴#FCBayern #MiaSanMia pic.twitter.com/l8KVFrYlIM

— FC Bayern Munich (@FCBayernEN) July 11, 2024

Bayern’s sporting director, Max Eberl, emphasized Palhinha’s qualities and the club’s persistence in securing his signature.

He praised Palhinha’s experience at major tournaments and in competitive leagues, noting his potential to strengthen Bayern’s midfield and contribute to the team’s future successes.

♦️ Our new number 1️⃣6️⃣♦️

Get João Palhinha's jersey now! 👉 https://t.co/9goY5K0qsb#ServusJoão #FCBayern #MiaSanMia pic.twitter.com/vmeSzLlu8W

— FC Bayern Munich (@FCBayernEN) July 11, 2024

Sporting director Max Eberl added: “Joao Palhinha was already highly regarded at FC Bayern last summer – and rightly so! It was important that we never lost contact.

“Joao really wanted to come to FC Bayern and we need players like him. He is an important building block for our future. He has once again demonstrated his strengths on a big stage at the European Championships and brings a lot of experience with him, having previously played in a European Championship and a World Cup and around 300 competitive matches in the Portuguese and English leagues. He will give us even more stability in the centre.”

Palhinha joins Bayern as their third significant signing of the busy summer window, following the acquisitions of Hiroki Ito from Stuttgart and Michael Olise from Crystal Palace.

🗣️ Max Eberl on João Palhinha:

"João was highly sought after by FC Bayern even last summer – and rightly so. It was important that we never lost touch. João really wanted to come to Bayern, and we need players like that."#ServusJoão #FCBayern #MiaSanMia pic.twitter.com/XUtx3c4KVP

— FC Bayern Munich (@FCBayernEN) July 11, 2024

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Bayern Munich is finally set to secure long-term target Joao Palhinha after reaching a deal, as reported on Sunday (June 9). Palhinha, who will become the club’s first summer signing, previously missed out on a move in 2023 despite having arrived in Munich for a medical.

Bayern Munich has agreed on personal terms with Fulham midfielder Joao Palhinha, and discussions over the transfer fee are in the ‘advanced’ stages. This impending deal has also opened the door for Manchester United to pursue a significant move of their own.

🚨🔴 Bayern have reached an agreement on personal terms with João Palhinha!

Contract ready, salary agreed and green light from the player who really wants to make it happen.

Club to club talks to follow around €45m fee, as @Plettigoal @SkySportDe report.

Getting closer. 🇵🇹 pic.twitter.com/XTAN0xX0tr

— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) June 9, 2024

Palhinha made an immediate impact in the Premier League after joining Fulham from Sporting Lisbon in a £20 million transfer two summers ago. The Portuguese international led all Premier League players in tackles during the 2022–23 campaign. Now 28, Palhinha has also developed a knack for scoring goals from deep.

Bayern Munich took note and attempted to sign Palhinha 12 months ago.

Personal terms were quickly agreed upon, and a deal with Fulham worth €65 million was finalized. Palhinha traveled to Munich and even completed early media duties for the club, but the move fell through at the last minute after Fulham failed to find an adequate replacement.

Palhinha did not let the failed transfer affect his performances and once again anchored Fulham’s midfield effectively last season. The no-nonsense midfielder led the league in tackles for the second consecutive year.

Despite the setback, Bayern’s interest in Palhinha persisted, and according to various sources, a transfer is now imminent.

Bayern Munich has agreed on personal terms with Palhinha, who will sign either a four or five-year deal.

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Eight players were shortlisted for the Premier League Player of the Month award after producing outstanding performances in November/December 2022.

Fans and football lovers have voted for their favourite via the EA SPORTS website for the Premier League Player of the Month award.

The public vote has been combined with those of a panel of football experts to decide the winner, who will be revealed earlier today.

After the voting was combined Arsenal star, Martin Odegaard won the November and December EA SPORTS Player of the Month award.

Odegaard wins the award after league-high six-goal involvements in November and December.

Arsenal captain Odegaard becomes only the second Norwegian to win the accolade, after Manchester City’s Erling Haaland earned the August 2022 prize.

Øutstanding in Nov/Dec ✨

Martin Odegaard is your @EASPORTSFIFA Player of the Month!#PLAwards | @Arsenal pic.twitter.com/EhTly6IttK

— Premier League (@premierleague) January 13, 2023

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The Premier League has confirmed and unveiled the full official list of nominees for the player of the month award for November/December 2022.

Following a competitive month of November/December 2022, the premier league’s organizers have released a comprehensive list of nominees for the player of the month award.

The league chose these football players after weighing up their enormous contributions to their respective club teams during all of the game weeks in November and December 2022.

This list was released earlier today, January 5, 2022, on the official website of the Premier League.

After putting in excellent performances throughout November and December, eight players have been shortlisted for the EA SPORTS Player of the Month award.

The public vote and the votes of a panel of football experts will be combined to determine the winner, who will be revealed the next week.

Shortlist of EA SPORTS players:

• P4 W3 D0 L1 G0 A1 Casemiro (MUN)

The Brazilian was a pillar of strength in the middle of Manchester United’s midfield, guiding them to victories over Fulham, Nottingham Forest, and Wolverhampton Wanderers. Another assist came from Casemiro.

• P4 W2 D1 L1 G4 A0 Erling Haaland (MCI)

The Manchester City forward scored four goals in November and December, which was the most of any Premier League player. He scored the game-winning goal in stoppage time against Fulham, and with a brace against Leeds United, he set a record for the quickest player to achieve 20 Premier League goals. Against Everton, he also scored.

• P4 W2 D2 L0 G0 A1 CS1 Ben Mee (BRE)

The Brentford centre-back helped the club to some outstanding results as they claimed a stunning 2-1 win at Man City, beat London rivals West Ham United and claimed a draw against Tottenham Hotspur, climbing into the top half.

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• P4 W4 D0 L0 G3 A3 Martin Odegaard (ARS)

The captain of Arsenal led by example to give his team a seven-point lead at the top of the standings. The most goal involvement of any Premier League player during this time came from Odegaard in November and December, when he scored three goals and provided three assists.

The return of the @premierleague means the return of Player of the Month 🙌

Decide November/December's #POTM now ➡ https://t.co/xz2IGc9jvn#FIFA23 #FUT pic.twitter.com/CFqVBdNgrM

— EA SPORTS FC (@EASPORTSFC) January 5, 2023

• P4 W2 D0 L2 G1 A0 Joao Palhinha (FUL)

Central midfielder Palhinha produced authoritative displays in Fulham’s four matches, including a 3-0 success at Crystal Palace. He scored a late winner as the Cottagers finished 2022 with a victory over Southampton.

• P4 W3 D0 L1 G2 A1 Marcus Rashford (MUN)

The Manchester United star maintained his stellar performance from the FIFA World Cup 2022, scoring one goal and setting up another in the 3-0 victory over Forest, and scoring the game-winning goal against Wolves.

• P4 W4 D0 L0 G2 A1 Bukayo Saka (ARS)

The 21-year-old scored pivotal goals in Arsenal’s pursuit of the title, netting the equaliser in a 3-1 win against West Ham, and scoring the opener in the 4-2 win at Brighton & Hove Albion. He also set up the only goal in a victory at Chelsea.

• P4 W3 D1 L0 G0 A2 CS3 Kieran Trippier (NEW)

The captain of Newcastle United has shown both his offensive and defensive prowess. In victories over Southampton and Leicester City, he provided assists, aiding his club in maintaining three clean sheets in four games.

Introducing your nominees for November/December 2022 @EASPORTSFIFA Player of the Month!

👹 @Casemiro
🔵 @ErlingHaaland
🐝 @Ben6Mee
🔴 Martin Odegaard
⚪️ Joao Palhinha
👹 @MarcusRashford
🔴 @BukayoSaka87
⚫️ @trippier2#PLAwards | 🗳 https://t.co/nPsdg68Zcz pic.twitter.com/nKQHobiYs2

— Premier League (@premierleague) January 5, 2023

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