Tottenham have confirmed the signing of Joao Palhinha from Bayern Munich.
The 30-year-old midfielder has joined on loan until the end of the season and an option to turn the deal permanent next summer has been included.
It was reported that Palhinha would undergo his medical checks over the weekend ahead of putting pen to paper, and that Spurs would cover his wages in full.
He was placed on the transfer list by Bayern just a year after he joined the Bundesliga champions from Fulham in a deal worth around £45million.
Palhinha impressed during his previous stint in the Premier League with Fulham but made just 10 appearances for Vincent Kompany’s side last season.
While at Craven Cottage, he played 79 times for the Cottagers over a two-year spell and won the club’s player of the season award during his debut campaign.
Spurs bolstered Thomas Frank’s squad with the arrival of Mohammed Kudus in a £55m swoop on West Ham, while forward Mathys Tel’s loan stay – also from Bayern – was turned permanent. He agreed to a six-year contract.
Luka Vuskovic and Kota Takai arrived from Hadjuk Split and Kawasaki respectively.
More to follow.
