Benfica 
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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. |
|
|
75.3
79.8
|
Kang-in Lee |
 PSG
|
€27.7M |
|
75.2
75.2
|
Tomas Soucek |
 West Ham
|
€11.9M |
|
75.2
76.7
|
Vitaly Janelt |
 Brentford
|
€20.5M |
|
75.0
75.3
|
Tyler Adams |
 B'mouth
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€24.3M |
|
74.9
74.9
|
Sean Longstaff |
 Leeds Utd
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€17.2M |
|
74.5
87.4
|
Leon Avdullahu |
 Hoffenheim
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€27.8M |
|
74.4
74.4
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Sander Berge |
 Fulham
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€24.4M |
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74.3
78.6
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Morten Frendrup |
 Genoa
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€17.8M |
Other interesting rumours
| Player | From / To | Date | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Michael Olise | 06-07-2026 | Report | |
| Arijon Ibrahimovic | 25-05-2026 | Report | |
| Isac Lidberg | 06-05-2026 | Report | |
| Nicolas Jackson | 27-04-2026 | Report | |
| Bernardo Silva | 13-04-2026 | Report | |
| Aleksandar Pavlovic | 13-04-2026 | Report | |
| Wout Weghorst | 10-04-2026 | Report | |
| Stije Resink | 23-01-2026 | Report |
João Palhinha
DM, M (C)
Skill: 71.5
Pot: 71.9
Team
Bayern
Bayern
Contracted Until
30 Jun 28
ETV
€24.9M
The Estimated Transfer Value (ETV) is calculated by the Player Valuation Model, that calculates the accurate transfer fee for a given player.
ETV Range
€22.4M – €27.4M
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Who is João Palhinha?
João Palhinha (POR) is a a ball winning midfielder and currently plays for Bayern. 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 €22.4M and €27.4M. His last transfer was from Bayern to Tottenham in 2025. Tottenham loaned João Palhinha from Bayern for €5M.
João Palhinha latest transfers and transfer rumours, season statistics and career statistics are available on FootballTransfers.
