Bayern explain Palhinha sale to Benfica: “We found a solution” | OneFootball

Bayern Munich have officially confirmed the permanent departure of João Palhinha to Benfica. In a statement, the Bavarians confirmed that the Portuguese midfielder "is returning to his hometown, Lisbon, where he began his professional career at Sporting", it reads.

The German giants' statement includes comments from Max Eberl, managing director for football. The German official detailed the lengthy negotiation process that ended with Palhinha's sale to Benficafor 14 million euros.

, he said, showing that negotiations between the clubs went as smoothly as possible.

Max Eberl thanked the defensive midfielder for his services and wished him, on behalf of Bayern, "all the best for the future". The Portugal international moved to Bavaria in 2024 for around 50 million euros after two high-level seasons at Fulham under Marco Silva.

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