Tottenham Hotspur has made it official — Bayern Munich midfielder João Palhinha is headed to London for a season-long loan: We are delighted to announce the signing of João Palhinha on loan from FC Bayern, subject to international clearance and work permit.

Tottenham have signed Bayern Munich midfielder Joao Palhinha on a season-long loan deal. The 30-year-old, who joined the German side from Fulham in 2024, was limited to just 17 Bundesliga appearances last season.

Tottenham Hotspur captain Son Heung-min played what is expected to be his final match for the club in front of 64,773 fans at the Seoul World Cup Stadium on Sunday, and teammate James  Maddison was carried off with a knee injury.

Heung-min Son was given a guard of honor by both Tottenham Hotspur and Newcastle United players as he played what is expected to be his final minutes as a Spurs player. An emotional Son, 33, announced on Saturday that he is set to leave Spurs this summer after a decade with the north London club.

Tottenham Hotspur midfielder James Maddison was stretchered off the field with a knee injury in the 1-1 draw to Newcastle United in their final Asia preseason tour game.