Transfer Rumour Unconfirmed · Gaining tractionDaily Mail FootballUnverified source· 9 Aug 2026
Newcastle eye Palhinha as midfield options grow
Newcastle add Bayern's Joao Palhinha to their shortlist as they hunt for an experienced midfielder.
João Palhinha
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Player
Joao Palhinha
Position
Midfielder
Current club
Bayern Munich
Linked club
Newcastle United
Reported fee
£13m for Hojbjerg
What happened. Newcastle have identified Joao Palhinha as an option to fill the void left by Bruno Guimaraes and Sandro Tonali, while talks continue for Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg.
- Hojbjerg deal could accelerate in next 48 hours for £13m.
- Aston Villa also interested in Palhinha, who spent last season on loan at Tottenham.
- Newcastle also target a new full-back, with Joe Willock and Nick Pope set to leave.
Newcastle are prioritizing a midfield addition and a full-back this summer.
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