Portuguese international João Palhinha has confirmed that he will leave Tottenham after his loan spell expires. On July 4, local time, Palhinha announced on social media that his season at Spurs had come to an end and confirmed that he would not be staying.
Full social media post
Dear COYS (Come On You Spurs) fans:
I am writing this letter with the sincerest gratitude for the love, support, and encouragement you have always given me during my time at this special club.
Representing Tottenham has had a profound impact on my life. It has left an indelible mark not only on my professional career but also on my personal life, an experience that will stay with me forever.
Both on and off the pitch, I have always strived to repay your love, respect, and trust in the best way I possibly can.
As I have said before, what truly defines a great institution and a great football club is its fans. Players leave, coaches change, and management moves on, but the fans are always there. It is you who, year after year, keep the flame of this club burning brightly.
Before I leave, I would like to express my sincerest thanks to my teammates, the club management, the fitness coaches, the entire medical team, and especially my dear Alexandra Massimi.
London has given me more than just a career; it has given me two homes that I will cherish forever.
With the highest respect and deepest gratitude, I bid farewell to each and every one of you.
Thank you from the bottom of my heart, COYS! 🤍
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Palhinha joined Spurs this season on loan from Bayern, with his contract at Bayern running until June 2028.
Reportedly, Spurs had a €30 million buyout clause, but the club ultimately chose not to activate it. Instead, this summer Spurs spent €98 million to sign Matheus Fernandes, a Sporting CP youth product, from West Ham United, and also signed Italian midfielder Tonali from Newcastle for a higher transfer fee, further strengthening their midfield.
With Spurs opting not to make the move permanent, Palhinha will return to Bayern, although his future destination remains uncertain.
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