German football giants FC Bayern Munich have announced the signing of Portuguese midfielder João Palhinha from Fulham on a four-year contract. The highly anticipated deal is a significant boost to Bayern’s midfield, bringing a wealth of experience and skill to the team.

Palhinha, 28, has impressed in the Premier League with Fulham, showcasing his defensive prowess and vision on the field. His performances have also earned him international recognition, featuring for Portugal in the World Cup and European Championships.

The signing of Palhinha is a strategic move by Bayern to bolster their midfield, providing depth and quality to their squad. His addition is expected to complement the team’s existing talent, creating a formidable midfield lineup.

Bayern’s sporting director Max Eberl told the club website: “Joao Palhinha was already highly regarded at FC Bayern last summer – and rightly so! It was important that we never lost contact.

“Joao really wanted to come to FC Bayern, and we need players like him. He is an important building block for our future.
“He has once again demonstrated his strengths on a big stage at the European Championships and brings a lot of experience with him, having previously played in a European Championship and a World Cup and around 300 competitive matches in the Portuguese and English leagues. He will give us even more stability in the centre.”

The transfer marks a significant milestone in Palhinha’s career, and he is eager to make his mark on European football with FC you Bayern Munich.