Newcastle targets Joao Palhinha as midfield options shift

Newcastle United is reportedly pursuing Bayern Munich midfielder Joao Palhinha as the club seeks experienced replacements for Bruno Guimaraes and Sandro Tonali, both of whom have departed this summer. The Magpies have also expressed interest in Olympique Marseille captain Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg, who has indicated a willingness to join Newcastle. Discussions around Hojbjerg are said to be advanced, with a potential transfer fee of around £13 million. Palhinha, who spent last season on loan at Tottenham, is further down the list but remains a consideration as Newcastle reshapes its midfield, adding younger talents Sean Steur and Aladji Bamba.

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