AC Milan and Juventus Enter Transfer Battle for Bayern Midfielder Joao Palhinha

AC Milan and Juventus are set to compete for the signing of Bayern Munich midfielder João Palhinha, who is expected to leave the German champions during the current summer transfer window. The Portuguese international has reportedly been made available after falling out of the club's long-term plans.

Palhinha's future changed after Tottenham Hotspur decided against making his stay permanent, choosing instead to prioritize other midfield targets. As a result, the experienced midfielder has returned to the transfer market and quickly attracted interest from several clubs across Europe.

Both Milan and Juventus are looking to strengthen their midfield options ahead of the new season. Milan's new head coach, Ruben Amorim, is believed to value Palhinha highly after previously working with him at Sporting CP, making the Rossoneri strong contenders for his signature.

Juventus have also stepped up their pursuit by reportedly submitting an offer for the defensive midfielder. Bayern Munich are said to be open to different transfer arrangements, including a loan deal, giving both Italian clubs flexibility in negotiations.

The race remains far from settled, with Benfica also pushing to bring the 31-year-old back to Portugal through a significant transfer bid. While Juventus continue to monitor alternative midfield targets, the battle with Milan for Palhinha is shaping up to be one of the most closely watched transfer stories of the summer.