Fulham affirm Palhinha switch to Bayern Munich

Joao Palhinha has joined Bayern Munich for a payment value round £43.3million, in response to Sky Sports activities.

The midfielder had 4 years left on his contract at Craven Cottage however made it clear he want to be part of the Bundesliga giants.

Palhinha, 29, appeared set to depart West London in January, just for his transfer to be blocked within the final minute.

Bayern then had a bid rejected earlier this summer time, however new head coach Vincent Kompany has lastly bought his man, who will be part of fellow Premier League star Michael Olise in Germany.

Chief technique officer Tony Khan mentioned: “Joao Palhinha has been a implausible participant for Fulham since he joined us in July 2022.

“His formidable presence within the midfield, his aggressiveness and phenomenal talent have made him a fan favorite and a pacesetter on the pitch for Fulham.

Among the best we’ve seen at our Cottage.

Thanks and good luck, João. 🫶

— Fulham Soccer Membership (@FulhamFC) July 11, 2024

“All of us on the Membership are grateful for Joao’s exhausting work, the time we shared with him, and the nice recollections from these previous few years working collectively.

“We’ve reached an settlement at this time that might outcome within the highest switch negotiation in Membership historical past, with these assets coming in at an important time in our summer time squad planning for the season forward and our long-term future.

“We want Joao the easiest in his new journey. Come on Fulham!”

Palhinha has signed a four-year take care of Bayern and can play a key half in serving to the aspect attempt to reclaim the title.

Bayern went trophyless for the primary time since 2012 final season, being pipped to the crown by Bayer Leverkusen.

However the Portugal worldwide is optimistic that he can steer one of many greatest golf equipment on the planet again to the highest.

𝑴𝒆𝒂𝒏𝒕 𝒕𝒐 𝒃𝒆.

FC Bayern signal João Palhinha! ✍️ #ServusJoão

🔗 #FCBayern #MiaSanMia pic.twitter.com/fKh7OH9yrP

— FC Bayern Munich (@FCBayernEN) July 11, 2024

He mentioned: “This is likely one of the happiest days of my life.

“I’m now taking part in for one of many high golf equipment in Europe. It’s a dream come true for me, and I’m very happy with that.

“I’m trying ahead to the ambiance and the followers on the Allianz Area.

“I wish to take pleasure in success with FC Bayern and win titles – I’ll give it my all.”