Joao Palhinha - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Targeting Feyenoord return Palhinha (groin) is targeting a return for a Jan. 22 trip to Feyenoord, Kicker reports.

Impact Palhinha is expected to miss two more weeks as he nears a return from a groin injury. The midfielder should be a larger piece in the starting XI when fit, likely rotating with Leon Goretzka. Palhinha will have plenty of chances across all competitions when fit once more.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Trains with the ball Tuesday Palhinha got injured (groin) with Portugal during the november international break and was back in training for the first time Tuesday morning, the club announced.

Impact Palhinha has made notable progress in his recovery, as he was spotted training with the ball Tuesday morning, with a return expected in January. During his absence, Leon Goretzka and Aleksandar Pavlovic have seen increased playing time.

DECEMBER 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Set to miss time Palhinha is set to miss around the next one to three months due to an adductor tear, according to his club.

Impact Palhinha looks to have picked up a somewhat serious injury after going down with the Portuguese national team, as he has been diagnosed with an adductor tear. This will likely leave him out until the new year, eyeing a return sometime between January and February. He has been seeing more time recently, so this will force a change, with Leon Goretzka likely to see more time in his absence.

NOVEMBER 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Bayern midfielder Joao Palhinha to miss Portugal games with groin injury Bayern Munich midfielder Joao Palhinha will miss Portugal’s upcoming Nations League games against Poland and Croatia with a groin injury.

NOVEMBER 14, 2024 • WASHINGTONTIMES.COM

Withdraws from national team Palhinha has returned to Munich from his international duties with Portugal due to an adductor issue, according to his club.

Impact Palhinha will spend the remainder of the international break working on a recovery after going down injured with the Portuguese national team. He has suffered an issue in his groin, although no other information has been released, leaving a timetable up in the air. That said, they will look to have him back as soon as possible even though he is only seeing limited time, possibly returning immediately when facing Augsburg on Nov. 22.

NOVEMBER 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Barely playing Palhinha has made just one start since joining Bayern Munich.

Impact Palhinha finally completed a long-awaited move to Bayern Munich, but he's hardly played. He's only made one start and he's gone unused on the bench three times. The midfielder is struggling to move ahead of Leon Goretzka and Joshua Kimmich in the starting XI. Konrad Laimer has also taken a larger role in recent weeks, with Palhinha coming on as a late substitute.

OCTOBER 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

'Dream come true' - Joao Palhinha speaks out after finally completing €50m transfer from Bayern Munich to Fulham | Goal.com US Joao Palhinha's long-awaited move from Fulham to Bavarian giants Bayern Munich has finally been completed.

JULY 11, 2024 • GOAL.COM

Transfers to Bayern Munich Palhinha has officially moved from Fulham to Bayern Munich and signed a contract until 2028.

Impact Palhinha shined as a defensive midfielder in the last two seasons in the Premier League and completed a switch that had been in the making for over a year. He tallied four goals, one assist, 45 shots (14 on target) and 152 tackles in the past campaign. He's poised for a similar role at his new club.

JULY 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Joao Palhinha to Bayern Munich is on! Portugal star to join Harry Kane at Allianz Arena as Fulham agree to €46m transfer - with medical already pencilled in for Vincent Kompany's top target | Goal.com US Joao Palhinha is reportedly set to join Harry Kane at Bayern Munich as Fulham have agreed to a €46m (£38m/$48m) transfer.

JULY 3, 2024 • GOAL.COM

Wins four tackles in Slovenia game Palhinha had three shots (one on target), four interceptions and two clearances and won four of seven tackles in Monday's 3-0 victory over Slovenia.

Impact Palhilha was the usual workforce on the midfield and also contributed a little on the offensive end in a game throughouly dominated by Portugal despite the lack of end product. He has logged 13 tackles, five interceptions and five shots (two on target) in three showings.

JULY 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

'Both clubs know where I want to be' - Joao Palhinha hints at Fulham departure as Bayern Munich saga takes another twist with €45m take-it-or-leave-it offer | Goal.com US Palhinha has suggested he has made it clear he wishes to leave Fulham and join Bayern Munich as the German giants seek to sign the midfielde...

JUNE 29, 2024 • GOAL.COM

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JUNE 25, 2024 • SKY.COM

Revealed: Why Bayern Munich may be forced to end Joao Palhinha transfer pursuit with Vincent Kompany forced to consider Premier League alternative | Goal.com US Bayern Munich might have to end Joao Palhinha transfer pursuit as Vincent Kompany is being forced to consider a Premier League alternative.

JUNE 25, 2024 • GOAL.COM

Transfer Centre LIVE! Joao Palhinha, Joshua Zirkzee, Kinglsey Coman latest Follow the latest news, gossip and rumours from the transfer market...

JUNE 25, 2024 • SKY.COM

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JUNE 13, 2024 • SKY.COM

Bayern Munich are miles off! Harry Kane and Co. learn Joao Palhinha asking price after Fulham reject £30m bid | Goal.com US Bayern Munich offered only half of what Fulham value key midfielder Joao Palhinha at as the transfer saga rumbles on.

JUNE 10, 2024 • GOAL.COM

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JUNE 9, 2024 • SKY.COM

Another productive season Palhinha scored four goals, recorded one assist and kept five clean sheets in 33 appearances (31 starts) this past season.

Impact Palhina had another productive defensive campaign, keeping five clean sheets and recording 152 tackles, 46 interceptions, 54 clearances and nine blocked shots. He also improved across the board on the attack, recording five goal contributions and recording more shots (45), shots on target (14) and chances created (13) than he did last season despite starting four fewer matches. The defensive midfielder is under contract until 2028 but has been linked to massive clubs such as Arsenal, Liverpool, Manchester United and Bayern Munich, so a move away from Fulham is possible this summer.

MAY 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Busy defensively versus Palace Palhinha created one chance and made five tackles (three won), five clearances and one interception during Saturday's 1-1 draw against Crystal Palace.

Impact Palhinha displayed his usual tenacity in the middle of the park, making life difficult for rival playmakers and being one of the biggest reasons why his side kept the opposition scoreless for most of the contest. With 23 tackles (11 won) over his last four starts, Palhinha leads all EPL players in both categories this season.

APRIL 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Joao Palhinha guides Fulham back to level terms against Sheffield | Premier League

MARCH 30, 2024 • YOUTUBE

Suspension served Palhinha is eligible for selection against Wolves on Saturday after serving his two-match suspension.

Impact Palhinha is once again an option for Fulham, having served his suspension against Manchester United and Brighton after picking up his 10th yellow card of the season during the Feb. 17 match versus Aston Villa. The midfielder should now return to the starting XI, as he has been a regular starter all season, only having missed one start when healthy or available for selection.

MARCH 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up suspension Palhinha will be suspended for the club's next two matches after picking up a suspension during Saturday's 2-1 loss to Aston Villa.

Impact Palhinha picked up his 10th yellow card of the season against Aston Villa on Saturday, as he is now suspended for the club's next two contests against Manchester United on Saturday and Brighton on Mar. 2. This will be a tough loss for the team, as the midfielder has started in all but four matches this season, with Harrison Reed or Sasa Lukic being his most likely replacements in the midfield. Palhinha will next be available on Mar. 9 to face Wolves, where he will most likely find the starting XI again after his spell on the sidelines.

FEBRUARY 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores opener Palhinha scored with his only shot and created one chance in Saturday's 2-2 draw with Burnley.

Impact Palhinha scored a rare goal when he headed in a corner to open the scoring. The defensive midfielder has matched his total from last season (three) and has registered one assist. He also did his defensive work with three interceptions and two clearances.

FEBRUARY 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Joao Palhinha's header silences Turf Moor to give Fulham 1-0 lead | Premier League

FEBRUARY 3, 2024 • YOUTUBE

Takes four shots versus Everton Palhinha had four shots (one on target), made three tackles (two won), one clearance and one interception, suffered two fouls and was shown a yellow card during Tuesday's scoreless...

Impact Palhinha displayed his usual combination of passing and tenacity in the middle of the park but was also a strong presence on the attacking end, going up the field to finish more plays than he did in any other game this season. Goals and assists are definitely not his calling card but he more than makes up for that by leading all EPL players in both tackles and tackles won while being among the top 10 in interceptions.

FEBRUARY 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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