Tottenham have announced the signing of Joao Palhinha on loan from Bayern Munich. The midfielder will spend the season at Spurs, who will pay the player’s full wages and hold the option of making the move permanent at the end of the season for around £21million.

Tottenham Hotspur has made it official — Bayern Munich midfielder João Palhinha is headed to London for a season-long loan: We are delighted to announce the signing of João Palhinha on loan from FC Bayern, subject to international clearance and work permit.

Tottenham have bolstered their midfield ahead of a return to the Champions League by signing Portugal international João Palhinha on loan from Bayern Munich with an option to make the move permanent.