Palhinha reportedly in talks with Spurs over permanent move (Football Insider)

Bayern Munich loanee João Palhinha has not had a great season with Tottenham Hotspur, but Spurs might consider taking a chance that the Portuguese midfielder will find his form:

This seems like a situation where Tottenham could be inclined to keep Palhinha if the price is right. At this point for Bayern Munich, the player has no future with the club, so there could be some flexibility with the price.

Given that Bayern Munich paid €55 million for Palhinha, he will go down as one of the biggest transfer busts in the history of the club.

Gunners eyeing Osimhen (ESPN)

Arsenal might have its eyes on Galatasaray striker Victor Osimhen:

Osimhen is just always in the transfer rumor mill. That has to be an exhausting way to live.

Leeds, Hammers, Brighton eyeing Itō (The Yorkshire Post)

Hiroki Itō’s time at Bayern Munich has been marred by injuries and now there seems to be at least some possibility that the Bavarians are ready to move on from the Japanese defender. If so, Leeds United, West Ham United, and Brighton & Hove Albion would be interested:

Itō’s versatility is appealing to Bayern Munich, but his medical record is an issue. Moreover, while Itō has been solid for the Bavarians, his performances have not really gone above anything, but “solid.” If there is a good offer on the table, Bayern Munich might consider it.

Juve eyeing Stiller (Tuttosport)

Juventus might try to striker early and get former Bayern Munich academy star and current VfB Stuttgart midfielder Angelo Stiller:

Leipzig set to extend Diomande? (ESPN)

RB Leipzig appears to be in a good place with the situation surrounding Yan Diomande. RBL will either sell Diomande for a mint or retain him and reap the rewards of his performances in the future:

Lewandowski decision expected soon (ESPN)

FC Barcelona striker Robert Lewandowski could be close to deciding what might be next for him:

Clearly, the former Bayern Munich star has options, but it all likely depends on two things — location and money. It is good that Lewandowski has these kinds of options so late into his career.

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