March 13, (THEWILL) – Several top Premier League clubs are reportedly eyeing Joao Palhinha, the midfielder who has had a strong debut season with Fulham.
The 27-year-old Portuguese international arrived from Sporting CP in July and has started in all 24 of his league appearances so far, scoring three goals in the process. Palhinha’s standout performances have caught the attention of Liverpool, Manchester United, Arsenal, Chelsea, Newcastle United and Tottenham Hotspur.
Palhinha’s impressive defensive skills have seen him top the list of midfielders with the most tackles in Europe’s big five leagues this season, making him a driving force behind Fulham’s rise from Championship winners to a top-half Premier League team.
Despite the four years remaining on his contract, his debut season has reportedly more than doubled his transfer value to over £40m. Liverpool are said to be the most serious suitors for Palhinha and the midfielder’s value could reach up to £60m, making him one of the most sought-after players in the upcoming transfer window.
It remains to be seen whether any of the interested clubs can meet the high asking price and secure Palhinha’s services and how Fulham will respond to any approach for their midfield enforcer.
Jude Obafemi is a versatile senior Correspondent at THEWILL Newspapers, excelling in sourcing, researching, and delivering sports news stories for both print and digital publications.
