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Bayern Munich considers loan options for João Palhinha amid transfer standstill

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 21, 2026, 9:42 AM

Last updated Jul 21, 2026

Bayern Munich considers loan options for João Palhinha amid transfer standstill

Summary

Bayern Munich may need to loan João Palhinha this summer after rejecting Tottenham's interest due to a €30 million asking price. With both Benfica and Sporting Lisbon unable to meet the transfer fee, they are pursuing a loan deal instead. Bayern's position is complicated by the absence of a clear role for Palhinha under head coach Vincent Kompany. The club may need to lower their asking price to secure a move or risk keeping him without game time. Palhinha has returned to pre-season training, awaiting a resolution to his situation.

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Key Details

•Bayern Munich rejected a €30 million permanent transfer for Palhinha.
•Tottenham abandoned their interest after failing to agree on the fee.
•Benfica and Sporting Lisbon seek a loan deal for Palhinha.
•Bayern may need to lower demands or agree to a loan.
•Palhinha returned to training while awaiting a transfer resolution.

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9:42 AMYahoo Sports — Bayern may be forced to loan Palhinha out once more

What they're saying

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Tottenham head coach Roberto De Zerbi was a big fan of João Palhinha and wanted to sign him permanently this summer.However, Bayern Munich refused to budge on the price and insisted on the €30milli...
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