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Tottenham considers new bid for Joao Palhinha after buy option lapses

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Last updated Jun 2, 2026

Tottenham considers new bid for Joao Palhinha after buy option lapses

Summary

Tottenham Hotspur is exploring a fresh opportunity to acquire midfielder Joao Palhinha from Bayern Munich after their option to buy him expired. The option, set at €30 million, lapsed yesterday. Spurs aims to negotiate a lower fee and wages as they missed out on European competition. Manager Roberto De Zerbi has expressed a desire to retain Palhinha, who contributed seven goals and three assists in 45 appearances. Despite reports of an agreement for Palhinha to join Sporting CP, no transfer deal has been finalized between the clubs.

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By the Numbers

•Tottenham's buy option for Palhinha expired yesterday.
•They are now seeking a reduced fee and wages for the midfielder.
•Palhinha scored seven goals and provided three assists this season.
•Roberto De Zerbi publicly supports re-signing Palhinha.
•No deal has been reached between Bayern Munich and Sporting CP.

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Tottenham Hotspur are considering a fresh move for Bayern Munich midfielder Joao Palhinha after the option to buy him expired, according to the Sun. The Tottenham Hotspur Stadium club signed the 30-ye...
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