Aston Villa shows strong interest in Bayern's Joao Palhinha
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 8, 2026, 8:55 AM
Last updated Aug 8, 2026
Aston Villa sporting director Damian Vidagany has confirmed the club's interest in Bayern Munich midfielder Joao Palhinha following their recent 2-1 friendly loss to Bayern in Hong Kong. Villa seeks to bolster their midfield after Amadou Onana was ruled out for the season. Although discussions are in progress, no agreement has been finalized. Bayern Munich is reportedly asking for around €25 million for Palhinha, while Villa has yet to meet that valuation. The 31-year-old remains under contract in Munich through 2028, but both parties are preparing for a potential transfer this summer amidst financial negotiations.
- •Aston Villa confirms interest in midfielder Joao Palhinha.
- •Amadou Onana is out for the entire season.
- •Bayern Munich demands €25 million for Palhinha.
- •Villa and Bayern have an amicable relationship during negotiations.
- •Discussions for a potential loan with an option have not yet succeeded.
- 8:55 AMYahoo Sports — Aston Villa boss confirms strong interest in Bayern Munich’s Joao Palhinha
- 8:50 AMYahoo Sports — Aston Villa chief reveals Bayern's Palhinha "would fit our plans"
"Aston Villa sporting director Damian Vidagany has confirmed his club’s interest in Bayern Munich midfielder Joao Palhinha. Speaking to Sport Bild, the Villa executive acknowledged the Premier League...
"BILD have confirmed that Damián Vidagany, Aston Villa's director of football, revealed their interest in signing FC Bayern's João Palhinha. “We need a midfielder because Amadou Onana will be out ...
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 8, 2026, 8:55 AMAston Villa boss confirms strong interest in Bayern Munich’s Joao Palhinha
Aston Villa sporting director Damian Vidagany has confirmed his club’s interest in Bayern Munich midfielder Joao Palhinha. Speaking to Sport Bild, the Villa executive acknowledged the Premier League...
- Yahoo SportsAug 8, 2026, 8:50 AMAston Villa chief reveals Bayern's Palhinha "would fit our plans"
BILD have confirmed that Damián Vidagany, Aston Villa's director of football, revealed their interest in signing FC Bayern's João Palhinha. “We need a midfielder because Amadou Onana will be out ...
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