Bayern flop Palhinha impresses, Tottenham keen to trigger buy option | OneFootball

Joao Palhinha was quickly considered a misunderstanding at FC Bayern, but he is now flourishing at Tottenham Hotspur. According to a report by the English portal TBR Football, the Premier League club is so convinced of the Portuguese's performances that they are already seeking a permanent commitment in the winter.

Palhinha moved to London on loan last summer. The Spurs transferred around seven million euros to FC Bayern for this. The loan contract also includes a purchase option of 30 million euros. Originally planned for next summer, this could be activated in the winter according to TBR Football.

"He is exactly what they expected. They could try to finalize the deal earlier. He is happy in London and I don't see him going anywhere else," explained TBR insider Graeme Bailey. Tottenham is convinced that they have signed Palhinha, "one of the best midfielders in the Premier League".

From Bayern flop to Spurs regular

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For FC Bayern, an early sale would be a welcome financial boost. In Munich, the 30-year-old could never convince in his only season, seemed overwhelmed and fell far short of expectations.

Quite different in North London: At Spurs, Palhinha has quickly established himself in the first eleven. With his tackling strength and presence in midfield, he quickly became a central figure. Thanks in part to his performances, Tottenham has had a strong start to the season, winning three of the first four Premier League matches.

While Palhinha was considered a bad investment in Munich, he is experiencing a second spring at Spurs. If Tottenham actually pulls the purchase option in the winter, FC Bayern would have the opportunity to generate income early - and to remove a flop from the payroll without a long delay.

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