Tottenham signs the former Fulham midfielder Joao Palhinha from Bayern Munich

Tottenham confirmed the signing of midfielder Joao Palhinha on a loan from a season of Bayern Munich, with an option to make the agreement permanent next summer for 27 million pounds Sterling.

This decision marks a return to the Premier League for the 30 -year -old, who left Fulham for Bayern a year ago in a transfer of a value of up to 47.4 million pounds sterling.

Palhinha has another three years on his Bayern contract, but the Spurs see the loan as a strategic means of strengthening their midfielder while keeping flexibility in their summer transfer budget.

Tottenham’s goal for the rest of the window will be adding attack options after James Maddison’s injury, as well as targeting a new rear and a creative n ° 10.

The agreement also pursues the strong relationship between Tottenham and Bayern Munich, the two clubs recently agreed for transfers for Harry Kane, Eric Dier and Mathys Tel.

Palhinha has played 25 appearances in all competitions for Bayern last season, including 17 Bundesliga outings, playing a role in the winning team of Vincent Kompany.