Benfica Transfer Market: Palhinha Undergoes Medicals

João Palhinha's move to Benfica is reportedly on the verge of being officially announced. The Portuguese international defensive midfielder arrived in Portugal on Saturday for a private visit during his holiday period, having received permission from Bayern Munich to remain in the country.

Meanwhile, A BOLA has confirmed that the player has already undergone the necessary medical examinations to sign with Benfica. Palhinha is now awaiting the finalization of all details regarding his contract termination with the German club, which will free him to join the Eagles.

The Portuguese international has already reached a full agreement with Benfica's SAD (Sociedade Anónima Desportiva) to sign a four-year contract, running until 2030, with an annual net salary estimated at around three million euros. The precise terms of the deal will only be disclosed after the transfer is officially confirmed.

Benfica has also reached an understanding with Bayern Munich for Palhinha's transfer, in a deal valued at 14 million euros, with an additional five million euros potentially added through performance-related bonuses.

Therefore, only the completion of the player's departure from the Bavarian club remains before he can sign for Benfica. João Palhinha reportedly had more financially lucrative offers but pushed for a return to the Estádio da Luz, prioritizing the sporting project and, crucially, the opportunity to be back in Portugal to closely follow his children's upbringing.

Palhinha's official unveiling as a Benfica reinforcement is expected very soon, with almost all details finalized for Marco Silva to welcome a highly impactful and much-desired midfielder to the Luz.