Overview
- Multiple reports say Tottenham and João Palhinha want to turn his season-long loan from Bayern Munich into a permanent transfer.
- The option-to-buy is widely reported at about £27m, with some outlets citing €30m, highlighting a currency discrepancy.
- BILD reports Bayern would like Spurs to activate the clause, signaling the German club’s openness to a sale.
- TBR Football reports Spurs are considering opening formal talks in January to secure Palhinha beyond this season.
- Palhinha has become an important starter under Thomas Frank, earning praise for his defensive impact and scoring an overhead kick in a cup win this week.