Manchester United are tempted to hijack Tottenham’s move for star midfielder
Manchester United are now considering entering the race for a midfielder who Thomas Frank is extremely keen to bring to Tottenham, but the Red Devils face an uphill battle to land the player.
An increasing number of reports have claimed over the last few weeks that Spurs are keen on adding a top-class number six to their squad this summer.
Various outlets have claimed that Thomas Frank is particularly keen on bringing Joao Palhinha to Tottenham, with the Dane seeing the Bayern Munich star as a natural fit for his system.
However, a deal for the Portugal international is made complicated by the fact that Palhinha wants to stay and fight for his place at Bayern.
Man United consider challenging Tottenham for Joao Palhinha
According to GiveMeSport, Man United have now identified the former Fulham man as a target as they attempt to bolster their midfield.
The Red Devils are now weighing up an approach for the 30-year-old, but they are only considering a loan offer for the player.
Having already spent big on the likes of Matheus Cunha and Bryan Mbeumo, it is suggested that Amorim’s men may not be in a position to sign Palhinha permanently.
The report backs up what we have heard from other sources by revealing that Tottenham Hotspur have also explored a loan move for the Bayern midfielder.
However, United and Tottenham face an uphill battle to strike a deal as the Bundesliga giants do not wish to sanction a loan move for Palhinha, preferring a permanent sale.
Man United may have an advantage over Spurs in the race for Palhinha
GiveMeSport claim that Palhinha’s representatives are aware of Man United’s interest and adds that Fulham have also explored the possibility of re-signing the player on loan.
The one advantage Spurs have over these two clubs is that they can offer the midfielder Champions League football, while the Manchester and West London sides are not in any European competition next season.
However, what United may be hoping works to their advantage is the fact that Palhinha has a relationship with Amorim, having worked under the Portuguese coach at Sporting Lisbon in the past.
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