Bayern Munich sign João Palhinha from Fulham
Bayern Munich have bolstered their midfield with the signing of Portugal international João Palhinha from Fulham.
Palhinha, who turned 29 on Tuesday, joins the Bavarians on a four-year deal through to July 2028 and will provide new manager Vincent Kompany with another top-quality option in midfield.
"João Palhinha was highly sought after by FC Bayern even last summer – and rightly so," said Bayern board member for sport Max Eberl. "It was important that we never lost touch. João really wanted to come to Bayern, and we need players like that. He’s an important building block for our future. He’s once again demonstrated his strengths on the big stage at the Euros and brings a lot of experience, having previously played at a Euros and World Cup, and making around 300 appearances in the Portuguese and English leagues. He will give us greater stability in the centre of midfield."
Capped 31 times at senior level for Portugal, Palhinha arrives at the Allianz Arena following two impressive seasons with Fulham in the English Premier League after joining in the summer 2022 from Sporting Lisbon.
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