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Bayern Munich awaits offers as Benfica pursues João Palhinha

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Last updated Aug 16, 2026

Bayern Munich awaits offers as Benfica pursues João Palhinha
Summary

Benfica is renewing its interest in midfielder João Palhinha, reportedly shifting from a loan bid to a permanent transfer offer after Bayern Munich rejected the initial proposal. Bayern Munich is seeking at least €25 million for Palhinha and plans to evaluate incoming offers. Newcastle United, who were also linked to Palhinha, are currently not engaged in active negotiations according to reports. Benfica's manager Marco Silva, who previously coached Palhinha at Fulham, is eager to reunite with the player.

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  • •Bayern Munich demands €25 million for João Palhinha.
  • •Benfica shifts to a permanent transfer offer for Palhinha.
  • •Newcastle United's interest in Palhinha is currently dormant.
  • •Marco Silva wants to work with Palhinha at Benfica.
Latest Updates
  • 1:00 PMYahoo Sports — Benfica could get back in on João Palhinha, but Newcastle United could be out
What they're saying
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The race for João Palhinha could be heating up, but Bayern Munich are making it clear that they will not simply give the midfielder away. According to O Jogo (as captured by @iMiaSanMia), Benfica have not given up on signing Palhinha after Bayern Munich rejected an initial loan proposal. The Portuguese club has now switched […]

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