Joao Palhinha spent last season on loan at Tottenham Hotspur, and the midfielder impressed enough to generate serious interest in a permanent deal.

Tottenham hold an option to sign the 30-year-old outright when his loan expires, though they are yet to formally trigger that clause.

Speculation has grown in recent weeks over his future, with Sporting CP emerging as a potential destination given his history with the Portuguese club.

However, according to Portuguese publication O Jogo, it now appears Palhinha will “slip through Sporting CP’s fingers” as a permanent Tottenham move gathers momentum.

Bayern Munich have made it clear the midfielder does not factor into their plans, and the German champions intend to sell him outright this summer.

Tottenham represent a logical and attractive landing spot, with the club actively seeking to strengthen the defensive side of their midfield.

Palhinha offers exactly the kind of physicality and defensive steel that Tottenham need in the centre of the park heading into next season.

Having already settled into the squad during his loan spell, the Portuguese international would be able to pick up seamlessly from where he left off.

His familiarity with the club, teammates, and environment gives Tottenham a clear advantage over any rival clubs looking to compete for his signature.

Roberto De Zerbi is building his squad with quality and depth in mind, and Palhinha could prove a highly valuable asset in his midfield setup.

From a player perspective, remaining in London on a permanent basis is understood to be an appealing prospect after an enjoyable stint at the club.

Tottenham have already made progress in strengthening other areas of the squad, and securing Palhinha permanently would mark another positive step forward in their summer business.

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