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Will João Palhinha leave Bayern and join Benfica?
Rumour report
(Latest update: )Despite ongoig transfertalk, the probability of João Palhinha transferring to Benfica appears very low, with only 24% change of the deal goung trough. Here is why.
- João Palhinha has few opportunities to further develop within this Benfica squad, considering his current level and potential and the role he can play in this squad.
- Benfica has a great talent in the current squad who plays in the same position as João Palhinha.
- In the current Benfica squad, there are too many direct competitors playing in the same position as João Palhinha. This reduces the chances of playing time and development.
Transfer Logic score:
Pros
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Comparable age to previously attracted players
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Comparable potential to previously attracted players
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Few better competitors for position (Enzo Barrenechea (Defensive Midfielder, ARG), Leandro Barreiro)
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Not many competitors with higher Potential (Enzo Barrenechea (Defensive Midfielder, ARG), Leandro Barreiro)
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Comparable value to previously attracted players
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Comparable quality to previously attracted players
Cons
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Little chance of further development
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Potential star player in position on team (Enzo Barrenechea (Defensive Midfielder, ARG), Leandro Barreiro)
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Way too many better competitors for position (Enzo Barrenechea (Defensive Midfielder, ARG), Leandro Barreiro)
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Key player as direct competitor (Enzo Barrenechea (Defensive Midfielder, ARG), Leandro Barreiro)
Alternatives of Benfica
| Skill / pot | Player | Team |
ETV The Estimated Transfer Value (ETV) is calculated by the Player Valuation Model, that calculates the accurate transfer fee for a given player. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skill / pot | Player / Team / Position |
ETV The Estimated Transfer Value (ETV) is calculated by the Player Valuation Model, that calculates the accurate transfer fee for a given player. |
|
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75.2
75.2
|
Tomas Soucek |
 West Ham
|
€9.7M |
|
75.2
80.6
|
Jacob Ramsey |
 Newcastle
|
€32.4M |
|
74.8
79.4
|
Kang-in Lee |
 Atlético Madrid
|
€22.4M |
|
74.5
75.7
|
Vitaly Janelt |
 Brentford
|
€16.6M |
|
74.4
75.4
|
Tyler Adams |
 B'mouth
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€19.7M |
|
74.2
77.9
|
Conor Gallagher |
 Tottenham
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€31.2M |
|
73.7
82.3
|
Diego Gómez |
 Brighton
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€2.6M |
|
73.7
86.4
|
Leon Avdullahu |
 Hoffenheim
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€22.5M |
Other interesting rumours
| Player | From / To | Date | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Joe Willock | 13-08-2026 | Report | |
| Joey Veerman | 05-08-2026 | Report | |
| Luis Díaz | 28-07-2026 | Report | |
| Josip Sutalo | 27-07-2026 | Report | |
| Souza | 27-07-2026 | Report | |
| Arijon Ibrahimovic | 25-05-2026 | Report | |
| Isac Lidberg | 06-05-2026 | Report | |
| Nicolas Jackson | 27-04-2026 | Report |
João Palhinha
DM, M (C)
Skill: 71.5
Pot: 71.8
Team
Benfica
Benfica
Contracted Until
30 Jun 30
ETV
€20.2M
The Estimated Transfer Value (ETV) is calculated by the Player Valuation Model, that calculates the accurate transfer fee for a given player.
ETV Range
€18.2M – €22.2M
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Who is João Palhinha?
João Palhinha (POR) is a a ball winning midfielder and currently plays for Benfica. João Palhinha is 31 years old (1995/07/09) and he is 190cm tall. His preferred foot is Right. His jersey number is 26. João Palhinha has also been used as a holding midfielder and as a box to box midfielder.
João Palhinha's current transfer value is between €18.2M and €22.2M. His last transfer was from Bayern to Benfica in 2026. Benfica paid Bayern €14M for João Palhinha.
João Palhinha latest transfers and transfer rumours, season statistics and career statistics are available on FootballTransfers.
