Newcastle and Aston Villa Chase Bayern's Palhinha

Newcastle United are intensifying talks for Joao Palhinha, with Aston Villa also in the race.

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What happened. Newcastle United are stepping up talks to sign Joao Palhinha from Bayern Munich, with Aston Villa also joining the race.

• Palhinha was on loan at Tottenham last season with an option to buy.
• Tottenham signed Sandro Tonali from Newcastle instead.
• Palhinha wants to resolve his long-term future quickly.

Palhinha's future is uncertain as Newcastle and Aston Villa compete for his signature.

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