Rui Costa growing impatient with Benfica’s Palhinha pursuit | OneFootball

Rui Costa is increasingly frustrated by Benfica’s protracted bid to sign João Palhinha, with talks still without a breakthrough, according to Glorioso 1904.

The club hierarchy had expected the case to be wrapped up by this stage of the window, but Bayern Munich’s demands and a lack of concrete progress have slowed a deal seen as a priority to bolster Marco Silva’s midfield.

While Palhinha remains a leading target for the new season, Benfica are beginning to show impatience with the pace of talks. Costa still believes the move is possible, but the timeline has already forced a reassessment of next steps.

Benfica continue to monitor the Portugal midfielder’s situation, as Bayern keep a firm stance in negotiations. They prefer a permanent transfer and have set demanding conditions, which are still complicating Benfica’s pursuit.

Even so, Costa is not minded to give up easily on Palhinha, who retains full approval within the Benfica structure.

The coming rounds of talks will indicate whether the sides can close the gap, or if Benfica pivot to other options before the window shuts.

Source: Glorioso 1904

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