Tottenham Hotspur negotiate to keep Joao Palhinha as Sporting shows interest

Tottenham Hotspur are in active negotiations to make Joao Palhinha's loan move permanent, seeking to reduce the €25‑30 million fee required to buy him from Bayern Munich. The club wants a revised agreement that reflects Palhinha’s contribution—seven goals and key defensive work that helped avoid relegation—while aligning with manager Roberto De Zerbi’s plans.

Sporting CP, Palhinha’s former club, is also courting the 30‑year‑old midfielder, with reports that personal considerations may draw him back to Lisbon. Tottenham’s interest in younger alternatives such as 23‑year‑old Middlesbrough midfielder Hayden Hackney suggests the North London side is weighing a youthful rebuild against retaining the experienced Portuguese international.