Unai Emery asks Aston Villa to sign star wanted by Sporting | OneFootball

Aston Villa are determined to enter the race to sign João Palhinha and are preparing an offer to convince Bayern Munich to let the Portuguese international leave. The English club intend to move forward with a loan deal that includes an option to buy.

at a time when he has also been linked as one of Benfica’s targets. The player, who came through the ranks at Sporting, was even associated with a return to Alvalade, but Benfica have also been mentioned as being in the race for the midfielder.

Unai Emery’s side are looking to strengthen the midfield after Youri Tielemans’ move to Manchester United and Amadou Onana’s serious injury. In addition to the financial ability to offer a higher salary, Aston Villa can also offer Palhinha the chance to play in the Champions League.

Despite the English approach, Benfica have not given up on the player and remain in talks with Bayern. One of Benfica’s main advantages is João Palhinha’s desire to return to Portugal in order to be closer to his family, a factor that continues to weigh on the decision.

Another positive aspect for the club from Luz is the relationship between Palhinha and Marco Silva, the coach he worked with for two seasons at Fulham. The manager considers the Portuguese international the top priority to strengthen the midfield.

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