Twist! Sporting step up move for Palhinha, key update could change all | OneFootball

Sporting remain determined to bring João Palhinha back to Alvalade and, despite having already strengthened the midfield in this summer transfer window, the club’s hierarchy still sees the Portuguese international as one of the main targets for the new season. The desire to once again count on a player developed at the Club remains very much alive.

According to journalist Matteo Moretto, Sporting’s decision-makers are in direct talks with João Palhinha, looking to quickly reach an agreement with the midfielder. Once that stage is overcome, the Lions will still have to convince Bayern Munich, the club that still holds the player’s economic rights, to accept the desired terms for the deal.

The green-and-whites’ persistence comes at a time when Rui Borges has already received Silas Andersen and Sergi Altimira for the middle of the park, while Morten Hjulmand remains tied to Sporting, although his future is still surrounded by uncertainty due to strong market interest.

Last season, Palhinha played for Tottenham on loan from Bayern Munich, making 45 official appearances, scoring seven goals and providing two assists. Those numbers confirm that the midfielder is still enjoying an excellent run of form and reinforce Sporting’s belief that the Portuguese international would be an immediate asset to the team.

The process is still far from being concluded - and it almost came to an end - , but this new round of talks shows that Sporting have not given up on completing one of the returns most desired by the fans. If negotiations progress positively with both the player and Bayern Munich, João Palhinha could wear the green-and-white shirt again four years later.

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