Tottenham decide against permanent move for midfielder | OneFootball

Joao Palhinha has confirmed that Spurs will not be making his transfer permanent after his one-year loan from Bayern Munich ended.

Palhinha was brought to Spurs last summer to add experience and defensive solidity in midfield, but his goals also proved crucial in keeping Tottenham in the Premier League.

With Tottenham in the relegation zone and West Ham beating Everton, Palhinha’s late winner at Wolves gave Spurs hope of survival with just four games of the season to go.

Palhinha still had more to come, though, with his goal against Everton on the final day confirming Spurs’ survival.

However, with Spurs already adding Mateus Fernandes and a deal having been agreed to sign Sandro Tonali, they will not be signing Palhinha permanently.

“I am writing this message with heartfelt gratitude for all the kindness and support you have always shown me throughout my time at this special club,” the midfielder wrote on Instagram.

“Representing Tottenham has had a profound impact on my life, not only professionally but also personally, and it is something I will carry with me forever.

“I always tried to repay, in the best way I could, all the affection, respect and trust you showed me, both on and off the pitch.

“As I have said before, what truly defines a great institution and a great football club is its supporters. Players, managers and directors come and go, but the fans remain. You are the ones who keep the flame of this club burning, season after season.

“I could not leave without expressing my special thanks to my teammates, the club’s directors, the fitness coaches, the entire medical staff, and especially my dear Alessandra Massimi.

“London gave me more than a professional career; it gave me two homes that I will always carry in my heart.

“With the utmost respect and gratitude, I say goodbye to all of you.”