Man Utd consider shock loan swoop to sign Harry Kane's Bayern Munich team-mate as Ruben Amorim looks to beef up Red Devils squad

Posted Friday, June 20, 2025 by goal

Man Utd consider shock loan swoop to sign Harry Kane's Bayern Munich team-mate as Ruben Amorim looks to beef up Red Devils squad
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Manchester United are eyeing a loan move for Bayern's Joao Palhinha as Ruben Amorim looks to add steel to his midfield after missing out on Ederson.

WHAT HAPPENED?

United are exploring a loan move for Bayern Munich midfielder Palhinha after being priced out of a deal for Atalanta’s Ederson. The 29-year-old defensive midfielder, who joined Bayern for £48 million ($65m) from Fulham last summer, has struggled to lock down a regular starting spot and could be allowed to leave temporarily, with internal talks ongoing between the Bavarians and the Red Devils, according to GiveMeSport.

Man Utd consider shock loan swoop to sign Harry Kane's Bayern Munich team-mate as Ruben Amorim looks to beef up Red Devils squad
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THE BIGGER PICTURE

Amorim is eager to add a Premier League-proven midfielder to his squad as funds are limited following the £62.5 million ($83.4m) signing of Matheus Cunha. Palhinha fits the profile, and his experience in England could help stabilise a midfield lacking physical presence. United are also prepared to offload Alejandro Garnacho, among others, to free up resources for the loan signing of Palhinha.

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Bayern initially preferred a permanent sale, valuing the Portuguese star at around £30 million ($40m), but are now considering a loan to help Palhinha rediscover form. He still has four years left on his contract, worth close to £200,000 per week with bonuses, meaning Bayern are in no rush to sell. United view him as a low-cost, tactical fit under Amorim.

Man Utd consider shock loan swoop to sign Harry Kane's Bayern Munich team-mate as Ruben Amorim looks to beef up Red Devils squad
João Palhinha

WHAT NEXT FOR PALHINHA?

The Red Devils will likely wait on Bayern’s final stance before progressing with a formal offer. If green-lit, Palhinha could arrive in time for pre-season and be available for United’s Premier League opener against Arsenal on August 17.