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Benfica, Sporting CP, and AC Milan pursue João Palhinha from Bayern Munich

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 11, 2026, 5:30 PM

Last updated Jul 11, 2026

Benfica, Sporting CP, and AC Milan pursue João Palhinha from Bayern Munich
Summary

Benfica, Sporting CP, and AC Milan are interested in signing João Palhinha from Bayern Munich. The midfielder, who spent last season on loan at Tottenham Hotspur, is reportedly not in Bayern's plans moving forward. Benfica aims to make an offer in the range of €25 million or a loan with an obligation to buy. Meanwhile, Milan is also weighing options for Palhinha as they consider their own midfield needs. Although talks have been described as exploratory, developments could emerge if negotiations gain momentum.

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  • •Palhinha spent last season on loan at Tottenham Hotspur.
  • •Benfica is considering a €25 million offer for Palhinha.
  • •Milan is also exploring options for the midfielder.
  • •Negotiations are currently at an exploratory stage.
  • •Bayern Munich is eager to offload Palhinha to make space for new signings.
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  • 5:30 PMYahoo Sports — Benfica, Sporting CP, and AC Milan all interested in signing João Palhinha from Bayern Munich
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The defensive midfielder is attracting interest in Italy and back home

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