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Tottenham Hotspur have secured a significant transfer coup, agreeing to a season-long loan deal for Bayern Munich midfielder João Palhinha, as confirmed by transfer expert Fabrizio Romano late Thursday night.
The move, finalized around 11:40 PM WAT, marks a key addition to manager Thomas Frank’s squad ahead of the 2025-26 campaign.
The 30-year-old Portuguese international, who joined Bayern from Fulham for €51 million last summer, struggled to secure regular playing time in Germany, making just six Bundesliga starts.
The loan agreement includes a €30 million buy option, though it is not mandatory, giving Spurs flexibility for a potential permanent transfer.
Tottenham will cover Palhinha’s full salary, a move that has paved the way for Bayern’s approval.
Palhinha is set to travel for medical tests in the coming hours, signaling the deal’s imminent completion.
His arrival addressed a long-standing need for a robust defensive midfielder, complementing Spurs’ recent signings like Mohammed Kudus and Mathys Tel.
