Benfica initiates talks for Joao Palhinha transfer from Bayern Munich
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 13, 2026, 8:54 AM
Last updated Jul 13, 2026
SL Benfica has opened discussions to sign midfielder João Palhinha from Bayern Munich, with reports indicating an offer around €25 million. However, sticking points include Palhinha's salary of €8.5 million per year and other financial terms required by Benfica. Coach Marco Silva, who previously worked with Palhinha at Fulham, supports the proposed transfer. Palhinha spent the previous season on loan at Tottenham, where the club opted against a permanent transfer.
- •Benfica aims to secure Palhinha for €25 million.
- •Palhinha currently earns €8.5 million annually.
- •Marco Silva backs the transfer initiative.
- •Palhinha was on loan at Tottenham last season.
- 8:54 AMYahoo Sports — Benfica talks underway for Joao Palhinha move as sticking points remain
"SL Benfica have opened talks to sign Bayern Munich midfielder João Palhinha, according to Bild.The Portuguese club are reportedly prepared to make an offer worth around €25 million – a figure at ...
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